By Drs. Sally Robinson and Keith Bly Many children get the occasional nosebleed. When it happens, it can be disturbing for both the parent and the child, because it seems as if a lot of blood has been lost. But if your child gets a nosebleed, it is important that you remain calm and try to keep... more »

By Drs. Sally Robinson and Keith Bly Hearing loss in infants and children is not a common occurrence, but the effects, when it occurs, may devastate parents. Repeated temporary interruptions in hearing during the intense period of development in the six months after birth can have permanent... more »

By Drs. Sally Robinson and Keith Bly Teaching your child how and when to call 9-1-1 can be one of the easiest and most important lessons that she will ever learn. Because time is important during an emergency, your child should be prepared beforehand so that she will know what to do. Children need... more »

By Drs. Sally Robinson and Keith Bly Good communication is important in any relationship, but it's especially important for your relationship with your child. Building a communicative relationship with your child can help her develop a healthy personality, as well as good relationships with you and... more »

By Drs. Sally Robinson and Keith Bly According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, West Nile virus has been on the rise. In 2004, there were 2,539 diagnoses and 100 deaths; in 2005, 3,000 diagnoses and 119 deaths; in 2006, 4,269 diagnoses and 177 deaths. Texas, which has about twice... more »

By Drs. Sally Robinson and Keith Bly Some plants, such as poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac can cause an allergic reaction in the form of a rash or swelling. An allergic reaction to these plants is caused by a substance called urushiol, which is a colorless, odorless oil that is contained in... more »

By Drs. Sally Robinson and Keith Bly Hot and humid days have come early to Texas this year. Along the Gulf Coast, perceived temperatures - what it feels like when heat and humidity are combined - run more than 100 degrees. Hot weather is also the time for picnics, backyard barbecues, dips and cold,... more »

By Drs. Sally Robinson and Keith Bly Many kids will need stitches at some time in their lives. The most common places for children to get cuts that require stitches are the hands, feet, chin and forehead. Cuts that require stitches are usually one-quarter inch deep, have jagged edges, are large... more »

By Drs. Sally Robinson and Keith Bly According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, approximately 10,000 children are treated each year for injuries related to lawn mowers. Many of these injuries occur in older children and teens. However, small children are at risk of injury also. Lawn mowers... more »

Galveston County Daily News, June 27, 2007 Column by Sally Robinson and Keith Bly GALVESTON -- Here comes summer and many parents are faced with the decision of what to do with their children for summer vacation. Day camps, babysitters, or day care works for younger children, but older children may... more »