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EPISODE · Aug 13, 2026 · 29 MIN

Back-to-School Health Guide with Advance ER

from The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas) · host Martha Jackson

Back-to-school season means new schedules, fall sports…and inevitably, a few illnesses and injuries along the way. But when your child is sick or gets hurt, how do you know when to wait it out, call the pediatrician, head to urgent care, or go straight to the ER?In this episode of The Bubble Lounge, we sit down with Dr. Thomas Allen and Dr. Larry Pettit of Advance ER to answer the questions parents are actually asking this time of year.We talk about the illnesses that tend to show up once kids are back in school, what symptoms parents shouldn't ignore, ER vs. urgent care, concussions and common sports injuries, heat-related illness, and the warning signs that mean it's time to seek emergency care.It's practical, straightforward advice from two experienced emergency physicians designed to help parents feel more confident making those "Do we need to go in?" decisions.This is one you'll want to save for the school year.This episode is a sponsored podcast feature in partnership with Advance ERTo learn more and to contact Advance ER click hereAdvance ER Park Cities: (214) 494-8222Advance ER Preston Hollow/Galleria: (214) 247-7909This episode is supported by: Mother Modern Plumbing Please show your support for the show by visiting our amazing sponsors.

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Back-to-school season means new schedules, fall sports…and inevitably, a few illnesses and injuries along the way. But when your child is sick or gets hurt, how do you know when to wait it out, call the pediatrician, head to urgent care, or go straight to the ER? In this episode of The Bubble Lounge, we sit down with Dr. Thomas Allen and Dr. Larry Pettit of Advance ER to answer the questions parents are actually asking this time of year. We talk about the illnesses that tend to show up once k...

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