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Answers to your FAQs about the flu vaccine

As flu season draws near, we’ve compiled some answers to your frequently asked questions about the flu vaccine.

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Q&A: How do you get rid of a cold in a 4 month old baby?

Dr. Ellen Hamburger answer’s a reader’s question on how to get rid of a cold in her baby.

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Q&A: What is hand, foot and mouth disease?

Everything you need to know about hand, foot, and mouth disease, from symptoms to treatment.

Pediatrician examining little girl's lymph nodes

Q&A: Should I be worried about my kids getting mumps?

There’s been a lot of news lately about the thousands of cheerleaders who were exposed to mumps at a cheerleading competition in Texas. How common is something like this, and should I be worried about my kids getting mumps when they go to large public events or even to school?

Girl with the flu

Q&A: Is it safe to give my child Tamiflu?

There’s been a lot of news lately about the dangerous side effects of Tamiflu. Dr. Lee Beers answers a reader’s question about the drug’s safety.