BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Dr. Stephen Turkovich, president of Oishei Children’s Hospital, joins 7 Voices every week to answer your questions.
You can find the weekly segments below in the links below.
- February 5 — Dr. Turkovich discusses how to set a child up on the right path for heart health at an early age. In addition, he discusses if vitamin D supplements are appropriate for a two-year-old and when you should switch from a rear-facing to a front-facing car seat.
- February 13 — Dr. Turkovich discusses when, in the post-pandemic era, it is right to send children back to school after a sickness. In addition, he discusses how you can encourage variety in a child's diet, when parents should be concerned about vitamin deficiencies, and what essentials should be in a home first aid kit.
- February 20 — Dr. Turkovich discusses why cough medicine is not recommended by pediatricians for a child's cough and gives his advice for teens using supplements and protein drink mixes.
- February 27 — Dr. Turkovich discusses concerns about the measles outbreak in Florida, what sunblock to use for those who are acne-prone, and if eating local honey helps build your tolerance against pollen.
- March 5 — Dr. Turkovich discusses if CBD products are safe for teens dealing with anxiety, the best way to relieve constipation for a five-year-old, and any tips he has on breaking serious pacifier dependence for a 2.5-year-old.
- March 12 — Dr. Turkovich discusses a study on the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on kindergarten readiness and melatonin use in children.
- March 19 — Dr. Turkovich discusses the new announcement from Governor Kathy Hochul that women can now receive birth control from New York State pharmacies.
- April 2 — Dr. Turkovich discusses a new study that shows how the pandemic took a severe toll on the mental health of children and adolescents and the nationwide shortage of Adderall.
- April 9 — Dr. Turkovich discusses a study on acetaminophen use during pregnancy, insect repellent and children, and a new FDA-approved drug for adolescents with HIV.
- April 23 — Dr. Turkovich discusses an uptick in measles cases according to a recent CDC update, microplastics in our food and water, and trampoline safety as we head into the warmer months.
- April 30 — Dr. Turkovich discusses a new supplement law now in effect, a new study on vaping and exposure to lead and uranium, and the USDA testing beef for bird flu.
- May 7 — Dr. Turkovich discusses the difference between seasonal allergies or if it may be a cold, a tuberculosis outbreak in Long Beach, California, how to avoid foodborne illnesses, and celebrating National Nurses Week.
- June 11 — Dr. Turkovich discusses the dangers of the anti-sunscreen movement that is gaining traction on social media and bills that passed in Albany to make social media safer for children.
- June 18 — Dr. Turkovich discusses how to protect children during the extreme heat.
- June 25 — Dr. Turkovich discusses U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy issuing a public health advisory declaring gun violence a "public health crisis."
- July 2 — Dr. Turkovich discusses fireworks safety as we approach the Fourth of July.
- July 16 — Dr. Turkovich discusses how childhood immunization rates are falling, a study about teens and social and emotional support.
- July 23 — Dr. Turkovich discusses the importance of back-to-school doctor visits.
- July 30 — Dr. Turkovich discusses a "summer spike" in COVID-19 cases, a study that found a link between anxiety and developing dementia later in life.
- August 6 — Dr. Turkovich discusses back-to-school health tips.
- August 27 — Dr. Turkovich discusses a surge in COVID-19 cases and the new vaccine that will be out soon.
- September 24 — Dr. Turkovich discusses childhood cancer awareness month.
- October 8 — Dr. Turkovich discusses how Hurricane Helene has caused a shortage of IV fluid and the impacts of social media on children.
- October 15 — Dr. Turkovich discusses the rise in whooping cough cases and the flu and COVID vaccines.
- October 22 — Dr. Turkovich discusses the decline in vaccinations among kindergarteners and Teen Driving Awareness Week.
- October 29 — Dr. Turkovich discusses the increase in cases of walking pneumonia, a new childhood obesity report.
- November 12 — Dr. Turkovich discusses the risk of cannabis use during pregnancy and an FDA proposal for cold and flu season.
- November 19 — Dr. Turkovich discusses preterm birth deaths and preterm birth rates as well as seasonal affective disorder.
- November 26 — Dr. Turkovich discusses bird flu being detected in raw milk and eating healthy around the holidays.
- December 17 — Dr. Turkovich discusses curbing children's bad behavior and a study on the benefits of organized sports.
- January 7 — Dr. Turkovich discusses a study looking at the impact of fluoride in water and cases of whooping cough increasing.
- January 28 — Dr. Turkovich discusses the large tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas and growing concerns with bird flu.
- February 4 — Dr. Turkovich discusses new guidelines that say no caffeine for kids and the ingredients in makeup kits for kids.
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