If your kid has a fever, you’re in good company — with everyone. Fevers are the body’s natural way of fighting off bad things. But fevers can still bring up a lot of fears and questions. For example, should you try to treat a fever, or let it run its course? Can fevers harm the body? And if your kid has a fever of about 100 degrees Fahrenheit, should you bring them to the doctor?

On this episode of Mayo Clinic Kids, we’re joined by pediatrician Dr. Jay Homme to go over all our fever facts, fears and feelings.

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The COVID-19 pandemic hit everyone hard, but especially kids. During key periods of growth, their social lives screeched to a halt. They spent more time on screens and less time outside. Not to mention the stress and uncertainty of a worldwide pandemic. Even healthy kids began to struggle in their development and well-being.

On this episode of Mayo Clinic Kids, we talk to Dr. Rebecca Jackson about child development, the disruptions of COVID, and how parents and kids can move forward together.

You can purchase Dr. Jackson's book, "Back on Track," at Mayo Clinic Press.

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In the U.S., iodine is somewhat taken for granted. However, it’s an important thing to keep an eye on because globally, iodine deficiency, especially during pregnancy and the first few years of life, is the leading cause of intellectual impairment.

In this episode of Mayo Clinic Kids, we’re talking with Dr. Elizabeth Pearce to learn more about iodine and how we can help make sure our iodine levels support growth and intellectual development.

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