Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
RSV is a contagious respiratory virus that circulates from the Fall through the Spring. It overlaps with “Cold and Flu season”, and with COVID occurring year-round, it can be confusing for doctors and nurses to land on a definitive diagnosis. Rhinovirus, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza, Echovirus, Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), Influenza, RSV, and Coronavirus can all present with […]
The Flu vs A Cold
Written by Dr. Carly Wilbur, UH Pediatrician and PSI Medical Director.
Less Screen Time, More Green Time with Dr. Scott Poland
How PSI and Dr. Scott Poland are Partnering to Strengthen School Safety and Student Well-Being Across the country, schools face growing challenges around student mental health, digital overload, and crisis response. From social media’s impact on anxiety to the increasing need for prevention-focused programs, educators are searching for real, evidence-based support. That is where PSI […]
Giving Thanks on Thanksgiving (and Beyond)
Written by Dr. Carly Wilbur, UH Pediatrician and PSI Medical Director.
Halloween Safety Tips
Written by Dr. Carly Wilbur, UH Pediatrician and PSI Medical Director.
Turning the Nation’s Report Card Into Action: How PSI Helps Teachers Empower Students
Student achievement is plummeting—but inside the classroom, PSI is helping educators turn it around. The numbers are in—and they’re worse than anyone expected. This September, the Nation’s Report Card confirmed what many teachers already feel every day: student achievement is falling fast. According to the latest NAEP results, high school seniors are reading at the […]
Digital Dementia
Digital Dementia Digital dementia is a term coined to describe the cognitive decline associated with increased use of electronic devices like tablets, computers, and smartphones. Studies have shown a correlation between increased exposure to screen time and cognitive impairments, like poor focus, short term memory deficit, and even declining long-term memory retention. It’s not hard […]
Giving Every Child a Voice
Giving Every Child a Voice: The Journey of Doreen Binnie, Speech Language Pathologist at PSI After nearly five decades in the field of speech-language pathology, Doreen Binnie still approaches each new school year with the same excitement and sense of purpose that guided her career from the beginning. For her, speech therapy isn’t just a […]
September is Suicide Prevention Month
At PSI, we believe that every student deserves a safe, supportive, and caring environment. This September, during Suicide Prevention Month, we are committed to raising awareness and equipping schools with the tools needed to promote mental wellness and provide critical prevention resources. Our Suicide Prevention & Mental Health Program Includes: Recognizing warning signs of suicide and […]
Why Vaccine Mandates in School Matter
This week, Florida became the first state to remove school vaccine mandates. This wasn’t done passively, it followed an angry rant by the state’s Surgeon General, who labeled mandatory vaccination an “immoral” intrusion on personal rights. Most doctors, parents, public health workers, and families do not support this move. As a mother and a professional […]