We have been talking with a lot of parents caring for kids with vomiting and diarrhea! Some with fever, some without. Remember to monitor for dehydration (dry lips and mouth, infrequent urination, low energy.) A dehydrated kid is not happy and playful - but if you are unsure give a call and we can discuss.
There are also a lot of croupy coughs out there. Remember, the first few nights are always the worst! But if your child is having difficulty breathing - usually a few minutes in the cooler night air will help. Some kids have had to be evaluated at the ER, so don't hesitate to call the advice line if you think your child is having trouble breathing.
Finally, there is a warning about a SF sighting of a man dressed as Elmo who is known to shout obscenities and anti-Semitic remarks. He is well known in New York and was reported in Rossi Park last Saturday. Read the following link and please call the non-emergency police line if you see him. This is a useful phone # to have programmed in your cell phones!
http://blog.sfgate.com/parenting/2012/10/15/elmo/
SF Non-Emergency Situations - 415-553-0123
Judy is back next week!
Jennifer
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