💡On this episode titled, “Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease,” Dr. Jess Steier is joined by pediatrician bestie, Dr. Dina DiMaggio, to discuss HFM— something that every parent fears!

Topics covered:

➡️ What is HFM?

➡️ How is it transmitted?

➡️ What are the symptoms?

➡️ Can we treat it?

➡️ How long does it last and when can kids return to school?

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