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Calculated Shard: 66 (from laksa080)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa066.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://midwestexpressclinic.com/pneumonia-in-children-symptoms-treatment/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://midwestexpressclinic.com/pneumonia-in-children-symptoms-treatment/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/midwestexpressclinic.com\/pneumonia-in-children-symptoms-treatment\/","crawl_time":1775667985,"first_indexed_time":1580321509,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,midwestexpressclinic!\/pneumonia-in-children-symptoms-treatment\/ s443","src_root_hash":"3224568718963101866","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Pneumonia in Children: Identifying Symptoms & Seeking Treatment - Midwest Express Clinic","meta_descriptions":["When a child is sick with an upper respiratory infection, they could be at risk of developing pneumonia. Learn the signs in this blog from Midwest Express."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Home\n›\nHealth News\n›\nPneumonia in Children: Identifying Symptoms & Seeking Treatment\nJan 23, 2020\nPneumonia in Children: Identifying Symptoms & Seeking Treatment\nThe winter months are full of illnesses we all try to protect our children from, like the flu or RSV, but many parents forget about the complications or infections that can develop alongside. Sometimes, these infections can be worse than the initial illness, possibly requiring medical intervention. When a child is sick with an upper respiratory infection, they could be at risk of developing pneumonia.\nWhat is Pneumonia?\nPneumonia\nis an infection of the lungs that causes the air sacs to fill up with pus or fluid, making it more difficult for necessary oxygen to get into the bloodstream. The infection can result from various germs, like viruses, bacteria, fungi or parasites, although the most common cause is viral. Common viruses that could result in pneumonia include adenoviruses, influenza, and RSV.\nSymptoms of Pneumonia\nThe\nsymptoms\nof pneumonia will be different depending on the child’s age and what may have caused the pneumonia. If it’s caused by bacteria, the child will become sick quickly with a sudden high fever and fast breathing. Cases caused by a virus will progress gradually and less severely and you may hear the child wheezing. Other symptoms for either type of pneumonia include:\nVery fast breathing (some cases of pneumonia will only present with this symptom)\nGrunting or wheezing while breathing\nWorking hard to breathe\nNostrils flaring\nBelly breathing\nMovement of the muscles between the ribs\nFever\nCough\nStuffy nose\nShaking and chills\nVomiting\nChest pain\nBelly pain caused by coughing or working hard to breathe\nLowered activity level\nLoss of appetite (older children) or poor feeding (infants) which can cause dehydration\nIf the child is experiencing an extreme case of pneumonia, their lips and fingernails may have a bluish or grey color. Although this infection is within the lungs, a child may not present breathing problems if it is present in the lower portion near the abdomen.\nDiagnosing and Treating Pneumonia\nA doctor can determine if a child has pneumonia by performing a simple exam. They will observe their appearance and breathing, check vital signs, and listen to the lungs for abnormalities. While this is often enough for a diagnosis, they may order a chest x-ray or blood tests for confirmation.\nIf the pneumonia infection is caused by a virus, there are no medications that can be taken as a cure. Treatment will simply be managing symptoms and keeping the child rested and hydrated until it passes. If caused by bacteria, oral antibiotics will most likely be prescribed. Hospital treatment may be required if the child:\nHas a lasting fever\nIs experiencing difficulty breathing and requires oxygen therapy\nHas a lung infection that has possibly spread to the bloodstream\nHas a chronic illness affecting the immune system\nIs vomiting so much they are unable to take oral medications\nKeeps getting pneumonia\nMay have whooping cough\nDepending on the cause, a pneumonia infection could last for 4-6 weeks. If your child is having trouble breathing, is breathing quickly, has a bluish or greyish hue to their fingernails or lips, or has a fever of 102°F or higher (100.4°F or above in babies under 6 months), call your doctor right away.\nPreventing Pneumonia\nGenerally, pneumonia is not contagious, but the bacteria or virus that initially caused the infection is. However, sharing eating utensils or drinking glasses and touching used tissues from a person with an infection could cause it to spread. Be sure to practice good hygiene and wash your hands frequently. If anyone is presenting symptoms of a respiratory infection, it is best to keep your children away.\nThere are also vaccines that will help prevent certain types of pneumonia. Even getting an annual flu shot can help protect against a pneumonia infection as it helps lower the risk of complications.\nIf your child is showing signs they may have a pneumonia infection, visit us at our\nMidwest Express Clinic location in Skokie, Illinois\n. Having a child who is sick is difficult, especially when he or she is unable to express how they feel. As the former Children’s Urgent Care, our team has experience diagnosing and treating illnesses like pneumonia in kids. We offer convenient hours with no appointment necessary, so stop in and let us help your child start feeling better soon.\nBuilt\nto provide patients\nwith\nquality care\n & \nfriendly service\nThe best in health & wellness, urgent care, and more, delivered straight to your inbox!","attrs_markdown":"**Attention Patients:** We have open availability and are accepting walk-ins. 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If it’s caused by bacteria, the child will become sick quickly with a sudden high fever and fast breathing. Cases caused by a virus will progress gradually and less severely and you may hear the child wheezing. Other symptoms for either type of pneumonia include:\n\n- Very fast breathing (some cases of pneumonia will only present with this symptom)\n- Grunting or wheezing while breathing\n- Working hard to breathe\n  - Nostrils flaring\n  - Belly breathing\n  - Movement of the muscles between the ribs\n- Fever\n- Cough\n- Stuffy nose\n- Shaking and chills\n- Vomiting\n- Chest pain\n- Belly pain caused by coughing or working hard to breathe\n- Lowered activity level\n- Loss of appetite (older children) or poor feeding (infants) which can cause dehydration\n\nIf the child is experiencing an extreme case of pneumonia, their lips and fingernails may have a bluish or grey color. Although this infection is within the lungs, a child may not present breathing problems if it is present in the lower portion near the abdomen.\n\n## **Diagnosing and Treating Pneumonia**\nA doctor can determine if a child has pneumonia by performing a simple exam. They will observe their appearance and breathing, check vital signs, and listen to the lungs for abnormalities. While this is often enough for a diagnosis, they may order a chest x-ray or blood tests for confirmation.\n\nIf the pneumonia infection is caused by a virus, there are no medications that can be taken as a cure. Treatment will simply be managing symptoms and keeping the child rested and hydrated until it passes. If caused by bacteria, oral antibiotics will most likely be prescribed. Hospital treatment may be required if the child:\n\n- Has a lasting fever\n- Is experiencing difficulty breathing and requires oxygen therapy\n- Has a lung infection that has possibly spread to the bloodstream\n- Has a chronic illness affecting the immune system\n- Is vomiting so much they are unable to take oral medications\n- Keeps getting pneumonia\n- May have whooping cough\n\nDepending on the cause, a pneumonia infection could last for 4-6 weeks. If your child is having trouble breathing, is breathing quickly, has a bluish or greyish hue to their fingernails or lips, or has a fever of 102°F or higher (100.4°F or above in babies under 6 months), call your doctor right away.\n\n## **Preventing Pneumonia**\nGenerally, pneumonia is not contagious, but the bacteria or virus that initially caused the infection is. However, sharing eating utensils or drinking glasses and touching used tissues from a person with an infection could cause it to spread. Be sure to practice good hygiene and wash your hands frequently. If anyone is presenting symptoms of a respiratory infection, it is best to keep your children away.\n\nThere are also vaccines that will help prevent certain types of pneumonia. Even getting an annual flu shot can help protect against a pneumonia infection as it helps lower the risk of complications.\n\nIf your child is showing signs they may have a pneumonia infection, visit us at our [Midwest Express Clinic location in Skokie, Illinois](https:\/\/midwestexpressclinic.com\/locations\/skokie-il-urgent-care\/). Having a child who is sick is difficult, especially when he or she is unable to express how they feel. As the former Children’s Urgent Care, our team has experience diagnosing and treating illnesses like pneumonia in kids. 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Sometimes, these infections can be worse than the initial illness, possibly requiring medical intervention. When a child is sick with an upper respiratory infection, they could be at risk of developing pneumonia.\n\n## **What is Pneumonia?**\n[Pneumonia](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/pneumonia.html?WT.ac=) is an infection of the lungs that causes the air sacs to fill up with pus or fluid, making it more difficult for necessary oxygen to get into the bloodstream. The infection can result from various germs, like viruses, bacteria, fungi or parasites, although the most common cause is viral. Common viruses that could result in pneumonia include adenoviruses, influenza, and RSV.\n\n## **Symptoms of Pneumonia**\nThe [symptoms](https:\/\/kidshealth.org\/en\/parents\/pneumonia.html?WT.ac=) of pneumonia will be different depending on the child’s age and what may have caused the pneumonia. If it’s caused by bacteria, the child will become sick quickly with a sudden high fever and fast breathing. Cases caused by a virus will progress gradually and less severely and you may hear the child wheezing. Other symptoms for either type of pneumonia include:\n\n- Very fast breathing (some cases of pneumonia will only present with this symptom)\n- Grunting or wheezing while breathing\n- Working hard to breathe\n  - Nostrils flaring\n  - Belly breathing\n  - Movement of the muscles between the ribs\n- Fever\n- Cough\n- Stuffy nose\n- Shaking and chills\n- Vomiting\n- Chest pain\n- Belly pain caused by coughing or working hard to breathe\n- Lowered activity level\n- Loss of appetite (older children) or poor feeding (infants) which can cause dehydration\n\nIf the child is experiencing an extreme case of pneumonia, their lips and fingernails may have a bluish or grey color. Although this infection is within the lungs, a child may not present breathing problems if it is present in the lower portion near the abdomen.\n\n## **Diagnosing and Treating Pneumonia**\nA doctor can determine if a child has pneumonia by performing a simple exam. They will observe their appearance and breathing, check vital signs, and listen to the lungs for abnormalities. While this is often enough for a diagnosis, they may order a chest x-ray or blood tests for confirmation.\n\nIf the pneumonia infection is caused by a virus, there are no medications that can be taken as a cure. Treatment will simply be managing symptoms and keeping the child rested and hydrated until it passes. If caused by bacteria, oral antibiotics will most likely be prescribed. Hospital treatment may be required if the child:\n\n- Has a lasting fever\n- Is experiencing difficulty breathing and requires oxygen therapy\n- Has a lung infection that has possibly spread to the bloodstream\n- Has a chronic illness affecting the immune system\n- Is vomiting so much they are unable to take oral medications\n- Keeps getting pneumonia\n- May have whooping cough\n\nDepending on the cause, a pneumonia infection could last for 4-6 weeks. If your child is having trouble breathing, is breathing quickly, has a bluish or greyish hue to their fingernails or lips, or has a fever of 102°F or higher (100.4°F or above in babies under 6 months), call your doctor right away.\n\n## **Preventing Pneumonia**\nGenerally, pneumonia is not contagious, but the bacteria or virus that initially caused the infection is. However, sharing eating utensils or drinking glasses and touching used tissues from a person with an infection could cause it to spread. Be sure to practice good hygiene and wash your hands frequently. If anyone is presenting symptoms of a respiratory infection, it is best to keep your children away.\n\nThere are also vaccines that will help prevent certain types of pneumonia. Even getting an annual flu shot can help protect against a pneumonia infection as it helps lower the risk of complications.\n\nIf your child is showing signs they may have a pneumonia infection, visit us at our [Midwest Express Clinic location in Skokie, Illinois](https:\/\/midwestexpressclinic.com\/locations\/skokie-il-urgent-care\/). Having a child who is sick is difficult, especially when he or she is unable to express how they feel. As the former Children’s Urgent Care, our team has experience diagnosing and treating illnesses like pneumonia in kids. 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Boilerpipe Text	Home › Health News › Pneumonia in Children: Identifying Symptoms & Seeking Treatment Jan 23, 2020 Pneumonia in Children: Identifying Symptoms & Seeking Treatment The winter months are full of illnesses we all try to protect our children from, like the flu or RSV, but many parents forget about the complications or infections that can develop alongside. Sometimes, these infections can be worse than the initial illness, possibly requiring medical intervention. When a child is sick with an upper respiratory infection, they could be at risk of developing pneumonia. What is Pneumonia? Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that causes the air sacs to fill up with pus or fluid, making it more difficult for necessary oxygen to get into the bloodstream. The infection can result from various germs, like viruses, bacteria, fungi or parasites, although the most common cause is viral. Common viruses that could result in pneumonia include adenoviruses, influenza, and RSV. Symptoms of Pneumonia The symptoms of pneumonia will be different depending on the child’s age and what may have caused the pneumonia. If it’s caused by bacteria, the child will become sick quickly with a sudden high fever and fast breathing. Cases caused by a virus will progress gradually and less severely and you may hear the child wheezing. Other symptoms for either type of pneumonia include: Very fast breathing (some cases of pneumonia will only present with this symptom) Grunting or wheezing while breathing Working hard to breathe Nostrils flaring Belly breathing Movement of the muscles between the ribs Fever Cough Stuffy nose Shaking and chills Vomiting Chest pain Belly pain caused by coughing or working hard to breathe Lowered activity level Loss of appetite (older children) or poor feeding (infants) which can cause dehydration If the child is experiencing an extreme case of pneumonia, their lips and fingernails may have a bluish or grey color. Although this infection is within the lungs, a child may not present breathing problems if it is present in the lower portion near the abdomen. Diagnosing and Treating Pneumonia A doctor can determine if a child has pneumonia by performing a simple exam. They will observe their appearance and breathing, check vital signs, and listen to the lungs for abnormalities. While this is often enough for a diagnosis, they may order a chest x-ray or blood tests for confirmation. If the pneumonia infection is caused by a virus, there are no medications that can be taken as a cure. Treatment will simply be managing symptoms and keeping the child rested and hydrated until it passes. If caused by bacteria, oral antibiotics will most likely be prescribed. Hospital treatment may be required if the child: Has a lasting fever Is experiencing difficulty breathing and requires oxygen therapy Has a lung infection that has possibly spread to the bloodstream Has a chronic illness affecting the immune system Is vomiting so much they are unable to take oral medications Keeps getting pneumonia May have whooping cough Depending on the cause, a pneumonia infection could last for 4-6 weeks. If your child is having trouble breathing, is breathing quickly, has a bluish or greyish hue to their fingernails or lips, or has a fever of 102°F or higher (100.4°F or above in babies under 6 months), call your doctor right away. Preventing Pneumonia Generally, pneumonia is not contagious, but the bacteria or virus that initially caused the infection is. However, sharing eating utensils or drinking glasses and touching used tissues from a person with an infection could cause it to spread. Be sure to practice good hygiene and wash your hands frequently. If anyone is presenting symptoms of a respiratory infection, it is best to keep your children away. There are also vaccines that will help prevent certain types of pneumonia. Even getting an annual flu shot can help protect against a pneumonia infection as it helps lower the risk of complications. If your child is showing signs they may have a pneumonia infection, visit us at our Midwest Express Clinic location in Skokie, Illinois . Having a child who is sick is difficult, especially when he or she is unable to express how they feel. As the former Children’s Urgent Care, our team has experience diagnosing and treating illnesses like pneumonia in kids. We offer convenient hours with no appointment necessary, so stop in and let us help your child start feeling better soon. Built to provide patients with quality care & friendly service The best in health & wellness, urgent care, and more, delivered straight to your inbox!
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Sometimes, these infections can be worse than the initial illness, possibly requiring medical intervention. When a child is sick with an upper respiratory infection, they could be at risk of developing pneumonia. ## What is Pneumonia? [Pneumonia](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/pneumonia.html?WT.ac=) is an infection of the lungs that causes the air sacs to fill up with pus or fluid, making it more difficult for necessary oxygen to get into the bloodstream. The infection can result from various germs, like viruses, bacteria, fungi or parasites, although the most common cause is viral. Common viruses that could result in pneumonia include adenoviruses, influenza, and RSV. ## Symptoms of Pneumonia The [symptoms](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/pneumonia.html?WT.ac=) of pneumonia will be different depending on the child’s age and what may have caused the pneumonia. If it’s caused by bacteria, the child will become sick quickly with a sudden high fever and fast breathing. Cases caused by a virus will progress gradually and less severely and you may hear the child wheezing. Other symptoms for either type of pneumonia include: - Very fast breathing (some cases of pneumonia will only present with this symptom) - Grunting or wheezing while breathing - Working hard to breathe - Nostrils flaring - Belly breathing - Movement of the muscles between the ribs - Fever - Cough - Stuffy nose - Shaking and chills - Vomiting - Chest pain - Belly pain caused by coughing or working hard to breathe - Lowered activity level - Loss of appetite (older children) or poor feeding (infants) which can cause dehydration If the child is experiencing an extreme case of pneumonia, their lips and fingernails may have a bluish or grey color. Although this infection is within the lungs, a child may not present breathing problems if it is present in the lower portion near the abdomen. ## Diagnosing and Treating Pneumonia A doctor can determine if a child has pneumonia by performing a simple exam. They will observe their appearance and breathing, check vital signs, and listen to the lungs for abnormalities. While this is often enough for a diagnosis, they may order a chest x-ray or blood tests for confirmation. If the pneumonia infection is caused by a virus, there are no medications that can be taken as a cure. Treatment will simply be managing symptoms and keeping the child rested and hydrated until it passes. If caused by bacteria, oral antibiotics will most likely be prescribed. Hospital treatment may be required if the child: - Has a lasting fever - Is experiencing difficulty breathing and requires oxygen therapy - Has a lung infection that has possibly spread to the bloodstream - Has a chronic illness affecting the immune system - Is vomiting so much they are unable to take oral medications - Keeps getting pneumonia - May have whooping cough Depending on the cause, a pneumonia infection could last for 4-6 weeks. If your child is having trouble breathing, is breathing quickly, has a bluish or greyish hue to their fingernails or lips, or has a fever of 102°F or higher (100.4°F or above in babies under 6 months), call your doctor right away. ## Preventing Pneumonia Generally, pneumonia is not contagious, but the bacteria or virus that initially caused the infection is. However, sharing eating utensils or drinking glasses and touching used tissues from a person with an infection could cause it to spread. Be sure to practice good hygiene and wash your hands frequently. If anyone is presenting symptoms of a respiratory infection, it is best to keep your children away. There are also vaccines that will help prevent certain types of pneumonia. Even getting an annual flu shot can help protect against a pneumonia infection as it helps lower the risk of complications. If your child is showing signs they may have a pneumonia infection, visit us at our [Midwest Express Clinic location in Skokie, Illinois](https://midwestexpressclinic.com/locations/skokie-il-urgent-care/). Having a child who is sick is difficult, especially when he or she is unable to express how they feel. As the former Children’s Urgent Care, our team has experience diagnosing and treating illnesses like pneumonia in kids. We offer convenient hours with no appointment necessary, so stop in and let us help your child start feeling better soon. 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Readable Markdown	[Home](https://midwestexpressclinic.com/) › [Health News](https://midwestexpressclinic.com/category/health-news/) › Pneumonia in Children: Identifying Symptoms & Seeking Treatment Jan 23, 2020 ## Pneumonia in Children: Identifying Symptoms & Seeking Treatment ![midwest express clinic immediate family care](https://midwestexpressclinic.com/wp-content/uploads/iStock-174916068-300x200.jpg)The winter months are full of illnesses we all try to protect our children from, like the flu or RSV, but many parents forget about the complications or infections that can develop alongside. Sometimes, these infections can be worse than the initial illness, possibly requiring medical intervention. When a child is sick with an upper respiratory infection, they could be at risk of developing pneumonia. ## What is Pneumonia? [Pneumonia](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/pneumonia.html?WT.ac=) is an infection of the lungs that causes the air sacs to fill up with pus or fluid, making it more difficult for necessary oxygen to get into the bloodstream. The infection can result from various germs, like viruses, bacteria, fungi or parasites, although the most common cause is viral. Common viruses that could result in pneumonia include adenoviruses, influenza, and RSV. ## Symptoms of Pneumonia The [symptoms](https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/pneumonia.html?WT.ac=) of pneumonia will be different depending on the child’s age and what may have caused the pneumonia. If it’s caused by bacteria, the child will become sick quickly with a sudden high fever and fast breathing. Cases caused by a virus will progress gradually and less severely and you may hear the child wheezing. Other symptoms for either type of pneumonia include: - Very fast breathing (some cases of pneumonia will only present with this symptom) - Grunting or wheezing while breathing - Working hard to breathe - Nostrils flaring - Belly breathing - Movement of the muscles between the ribs - Fever - Cough - Stuffy nose - Shaking and chills - Vomiting - Chest pain - Belly pain caused by coughing or working hard to breathe - Lowered activity level - Loss of appetite (older children) or poor feeding (infants) which can cause dehydration If the child is experiencing an extreme case of pneumonia, their lips and fingernails may have a bluish or grey color. Although this infection is within the lungs, a child may not present breathing problems if it is present in the lower portion near the abdomen. ## Diagnosing and Treating Pneumonia A doctor can determine if a child has pneumonia by performing a simple exam. They will observe their appearance and breathing, check vital signs, and listen to the lungs for abnormalities. While this is often enough for a diagnosis, they may order a chest x-ray or blood tests for confirmation. If the pneumonia infection is caused by a virus, there are no medications that can be taken as a cure. Treatment will simply be managing symptoms and keeping the child rested and hydrated until it passes. If caused by bacteria, oral antibiotics will most likely be prescribed. Hospital treatment may be required if the child: - Has a lasting fever - Is experiencing difficulty breathing and requires oxygen therapy - Has a lung infection that has possibly spread to the bloodstream - Has a chronic illness affecting the immune system - Is vomiting so much they are unable to take oral medications - Keeps getting pneumonia - May have whooping cough Depending on the cause, a pneumonia infection could last for 4-6 weeks. If your child is having trouble breathing, is breathing quickly, has a bluish or greyish hue to their fingernails or lips, or has a fever of 102°F or higher (100.4°F or above in babies under 6 months), call your doctor right away. ## Preventing Pneumonia Generally, pneumonia is not contagious, but the bacteria or virus that initially caused the infection is. However, sharing eating utensils or drinking glasses and touching used tissues from a person with an infection could cause it to spread. Be sure to practice good hygiene and wash your hands frequently. If anyone is presenting symptoms of a respiratory infection, it is best to keep your children away. There are also vaccines that will help prevent certain types of pneumonia. Even getting an annual flu shot can help protect against a pneumonia infection as it helps lower the risk of complications. If your child is showing signs they may have a pneumonia infection, visit us at our [Midwest Express Clinic location in Skokie, Illinois](https://midwestexpressclinic.com/locations/skokie-il-urgent-care/). Having a child who is sick is difficult, especially when he or she is unable to express how they feel. As the former Children’s Urgent Care, our team has experience diagnosing and treating illnesses like pneumonia in kids. We offer convenient hours with no appointment necessary, so stop in and let us help your child start feeling better soon. Built to provide patients with quality care & friendly service The best in health & wellness, urgent care, and more, delivered straight to your inbox\!
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