Lifecycle: Navigating Puberty

Host Jennifer Semenza spoke with Dr. Danielle Curitore, a Pediatric Physician at Heritage Health Facilities in Orange, California, to discuss navigating healthcare issues for adolescents and teens. Dr. Curitore highlighted the importance of parents maintaining open communication, providing accurate information, and seeking preventive care to support their child’s physical and emotional well-being during this transitional period. In addition to her professional expertise as a pediatrician, Dr. Curitore is also a mother of two teenagers, making her an ideal guest for this topic. Do you want to know more? Check out the Providence blog for more information on this and other health related topics. Here are a few articles from the Providence blog. · The stages of child development · Sleep strategies for kids: Expert advice from a Providence pediatrician To learn more about our mission programs and services, go to Providence.org. Follow us on social media to get continued information on other important health care topics. You can connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram and X. For all your healthcare information on the go, download the Providence app. Whether you’re tracking symptoms, scheduling appointments, or connecting with your healthcare providers, the Providence app has your back. To learn more about the app, check out the Wellness Brief podcast episode. Wellness Brief: Simplifying Care-There's an App for That. We’d love to hear from you. You can contact us at [email protected]