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A podcast by Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System where we sit down with doctors and experts to talk about important topics that all parents face. We're here to help you navigate this amazing journey we call parenting. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Kids & Family, Nutrition, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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How to Protect Your Family from Measles
Thursday, 3 April, 2025
Measles is making a comeback — here’s what parents need to know. Kali Broussard, MD, pediatrician and pediatric infectious diseases specialist with Our Lady of Lourdes Children’s Health, explains why measles cases are rising, what makes this virus so contagious and how vaccination offers powerful protection. Learn how to spot early symptoms, what to do if your child is exposed and why getting vaccinated is more important than ever. This episode was recorded March 20, 2025. At the time of this recording the outbreak had only 300 cases and is now over 480 cases. Key Moments: Why measles cases are increasing How measles spreads so easily Signs and symptoms to watch for What to do if your child is exposed How the MMR vaccine protects kids and communities More ParentingU Resources: Learn more about measles on our blog: https://health.fmolhs.org/body/childrens-health/measles-on-the-rise/ Learn more about Dr. Broussard: https://doctors.lourdesrmc.com/provider/kali-a-broussard/2585966
