Pediatric urgent care for Western Springs, IL, the youngest town we serve
Western Springs, IL families can drive west on Ogden Ave about 4 miles to Urgent Care Center of Westmont in Westmont, IL for a child's ear pain, sore throat, fever, wheezy cold or winter fall. Both clinics are open seven days a week, and X-ray is at our Cass Ave clinic.
One resident in three is a child: Western Springs, IL by the numbers
The U.S. Census Bureau counted 13,629 people in Western Springs, IL in 2020. Its 2020 to 2024 estimates put about 32% of residents under 18 and about 15% at 65 or older, with under 1% lacking health insurance. The village has produced its own water since 1892, and the historic water tower still stands on the downtown tower green.
With that many children, Western Springs households see more than their share of ear infections, sore throats, playground falls and school forms. Urgent Care Center of Westmont, also known as Immediate Care Center of Westmont, is led by board-certified physicians and sees children for all of these.
Ear infections in babies and toddlers
HealthyChildren.org says nearly 5 out of every 6 children will have an ear infection before age 3. Signs include ear pain that is often worse at night, fever, fussiness and trouble hearing. Tugging at the ear alone is not reliable, since many babies do it to soothe themselves.
About 80% of childhood ear infections clear up on their own, so a doctor may watch for 48 to 72 hours before prescribing
Antibiotics are more likely for children under 2 or for severe infections
For pain, the CDC says only acetaminophen is recommended under 6 months; at 6 months and older, acetaminophen or ibuprofen can be used
The CDC says most children catch RSV by age 2, and the younger the baby, the higher the risk of severe illness. Babies born early and children with long-term lung or heart conditions also face more risk. Early signs are a runny nose, eating or drinking less, and a cough that can turn into wheezing. Many infants never run a fever.
Our clinicians can listen to your child's breathing and do RSV testing when it will guide care. Ask your pediatrician about RSV protection for a newborn; the CDC describes a vaccine during pregnancy and an antibody given to infants. Breathing warning signs that mean the ER are listed at the bottom of this page.
When one sick child becomes a sick household
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Homes with several school-age children pass germs around. The Cook County Department of Public Health, which serves suburban Cook County, recommends a flu vaccine for everyone 6 months and older. A few habits help keep a bug from reaching every bedroom.
Keep a child with a fever home until the fever has been gone for 24 hours without fever-reducing medicine, as the American Academy of Pediatrics advises
Wash hands often with soap and water, especially before meals
Do not share cups, utensils or food, and wash dishes after a sick child uses them, as the CDC advises for strep
Swap shared bathroom towels for separate ones while someone is sick
Cover coughs and sneezes with an elbow
Flu shots are part of our immunizations for children and adults; call (630) 324-6825 to confirm the vaccine is in stock.
Ogden Ave west, or one stop on the same rail line
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From the 60558 ZIP code, take Wolf Road or another north-south street up to Ogden Ave (US 34) and head west. You cross I-294, pass through Hinsdale and cross Route 83 before reaching Cass Ave. Immediate Care Center of Westmont Inside Jewel-Osco, at 4 E Ogden Ave, comes first; its direct line is (630) 541-6113.
The main clinic at 29 N Cass Ave, Ste A, is a short way south and has X-ray. Western Springs also has a stop on Metra's BNSF Line, and Westmont station sits at the Cass Ave crossing near the main clinic. Both clinics are open weekdays 9 AM to 6 PM and weekends 9 AM to 5 PM, with free parking. Check in online for the Cass Ave clinic.
Icy sidewalks, consent and coverage
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Winter sends kids down steep driveways and icy sidewalks. A fall onto an outstretched hand can hurt a wrist; keep it still, add a wrapped cold pack and go to 29 N Cass Ave. See X-ray for Western Springs, IL.
A parent or legal guardian needs to consent to care for a child under 18; if a sitter will bring your child, call ahead and ask what the clinic needs. We accept Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS and CountyCare, among others; call to confirm, and see cost and insurance. Self-pay visits start at $125.
Very often. HealthyChildren.org says nearly 5 of every 6 children have at least one before their third birthday. Ear pain that is worse at night, fever and fussiness are common signs. Tugging at the ear by itself is not a reliable clue.
My kids keep passing colds to each other. How do we break the chain?
Keep a child with a fever home until the fever has been gone for 24 hours without medicine, wash hands before meals, and avoid sharing cups and utensils. Separate towels help too. Everyone 6 months and older should get a yearly flu vaccine.
Why doesn't my baby with RSV have a fever?
The CDC says many infants with RSV never develop a fever. Watch instead for a runny nose, eating or drinking less, and a cough that turns into wheezing. Our clinicians can listen to your baby's breathing and test for RSV when it will guide care.
Should a swollen wrist after a fall on ice go to the Jewel-Osco clinic?
No. The Jewel-Osco clinic has no X-ray. Drive on to 29 N Cass Ave in Westmont, IL, where our clinicians can examine the wrist and take an X-ray if a break is possible.
When should ear pain be seen instead of watched at home?
The CDC suggests seeing a provider for a fever of 102.2°F or higher, pus or fluid draining from the ear, symptoms that get worse or last more than 2 to 3 days, or hearing loss. Come in sooner if you are worried.
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