Little Health: A Cleveland Clinic Children’s Podcast

Why Is My Child Always Sick?

Cleveland Clinic Children’s

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Is your child constantly catching colds? This episode explains the difference between a normal amount of illness (up to 8-10 per year) and when frequent sickness, especially those needing IV or repeated antibiotics, might signal an actual immune system problem. We discuss groundbreaking early diagnosis using the newborn screen and provide effective, safe ways parents can support their child's natural defenses.