Winter Wellness for Kids: Managing Fevers, Coughs, and Kindergarten Germs in Prague
- Swiss Medical Services
- Jan 14
- 2 min read
It’s 2:00 AM on a Tuesday in January. Outside, the Prague streets are cold and dark. Inside, your toddler has woken up crying, burning hot to the touch with a temperature of 39.5°C.
For expat parents, this is a moment of pure panic. Do you rush to a crowded public hospital emergency room? Do you wait until morning and try to navigate a Czech-language polyclinic?
Winter in Prague is beautiful, but it is also synonymous with the "škola/školka" (school/kindergarten) germ cycle. Fevers, nasty coughs, and runny noses become a weekly reality for young families.
At Swiss Medical Services, our pediatric team is here to help you navigate the winter virus season with confidence, offering accessible, English-speaking care when you need it most.
The "Fever Fear": When to Worry
Fever is the body's natural way of fighting infection. It is a symptom, not a disease itself. However, it remains terrifying for parents.
General guidelines for when to seek medical attention in Prague:
Under 3 Months Old: A fever over 38°C is a medical emergency. Go to the hospital immediately.
3 Months to 3 Years: Seek medical advice for a fever over 38.5°C that persists for more than 24 hours, or if the child seems unusually lethargic, refuses to drink, or has a rash.
Older Children: Focus more on behavior than the number on the thermometer. If they are playful and drinking when the fever goes down with medication (ibuprofen/paracetamol), you can usually monitor them at home for 2-3 days.
Coughs: The Soundtrack of Winter
A dry, hacking cough can keep the whole house awake. While most winter coughs are viral and resolve on their own, you should see a doctor if:
The cough is accompanied by wheezing or difficulty breathing.
It persists for more than two weeks without improvement.
Your child is coughing so hard they vomit or turn red/blue in the face.
Why Choose Private Pediatric Urgent Care?
When your child is sick, the last thing you want to do is sit for four hours in a crowded, germ-filled public waiting room where no one speaks English.
Our clinic offers a stress-free alternative for acute winter illnesses:
English-Speaking Pediatricians: Communicate clearly about your child's symptoms and receive understandable advice.
Rapid Diagnostics: We offer immediate on-site testing for Strep A, Influenza A/B, RSV, and CRP (infection markers) to distinguish between viral and bacterial illnesses quickly.
Same-Day Availability: We prioritize acute sick visits to get your child seen, diagnosed, and on the mend faster.
Don't spend another winter worrying in the middle of the night. Know where to turn for trusted pediatric care.
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Swiss Medical Services is conveniently located in the heart of Prague, making it easy for patients to access our world-class medical services.
Book your appointment today and take the first step toward optimal well-being.
📍 Location: Vodičkova 1935/38, 2nd floor, Prague 1, Czech Republic
⏰ Clinic Hours:
Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
📞 Contact Us: (+420) 604-665-439
📩 Email: reception@swissmeds.cz
