Jaime Avila, MD, at Baylor Scott & White McLane Children’s Medical Center, answers common patient questions and reacts to the latest medical research

  • What can parents do to help ease back-to-school anxiety? (SOT@ :14, TRT :51)
  • Some kids may not have a regular sleep routine in the summer. When should students return to a normal sleep schedule for school? (SOT@ 1:14, TRT :38)
  • Medical conditions like ADHD can impact school performance. How do those conditions affect kids in school, and what signs should parents look for? (SOT@ 2:02, TRT 1:08)
  • What can parents and students do to promote a strong immune system to combat classroom germs? (SOT@ 3:18, TRT :54)

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