Dr. Katherine Williamson

pediatrician at Children’s Hospital of OC (CHOC), past president of the Orange County chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics

Dr. Katherine Williamson on KCRW

Orange County health officials have declared a state of emergency over a serious rise in respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), which disproportionately affects kids.

As RSV spreads among kids, what should parents look out for?

Orange County health officials have declared a state of emergency over a serious rise in respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), which disproportionately affects kids.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

“Your child might be one of the lucky ones who are asymptomatic,” says Dr. Katherine Williamson from Children’s Hospital of OC.

Feds may soon approve Pfizer vax for kids 5-11. Pediatrician explains why parents shouldn’t hesitate on shots

“Your child might be one of the lucky ones who are asymptomatic,” says Dr. Katherine Williamson from Children’s Hospital of OC.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

The start of the fall semester is just 10 days away for the LA Unified School District.

Kids are heading back to the classroom. What are the potential risks and rewards of in-person instruction?

The start of the fall semester is just 10 days away for the LA Unified School District.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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