A local doctor confirms his first case of Influenza this week. Dr. Robert Beer in West Omaha says this flu is hitting later this year. Symptoms are sudden onset of fever , sore throat and/or cough. During flu season, it's important to contact your doctor right away if have the symptoms. Anti-viral medications are only effective if started within the first 24 to 48 hours after flu symptoms begin.

Dr. Steve Sindelar in Bellevue says it's not too late to protect against the flu. With vaccine still available, you can still make sure your family is protected. The CDC recommends everyone six months and older get the flu vaccine each year. This includes infants who have turned six months or older over the past couple of months. they can now get a flu shot. FluMist is for children two years of age and older - without any underlying medical conditions.

Dr. Amy Lacroix in Midtown says respiratory infections, or RSV, are also going around - specifically RSV Bronchiolitis. Children are showing cold symptoms including runny noses, coughing and sometimes problems breathing - which may include wheezing or coughing. They may be prescribed breathing treatments using a drug called Albuterol. If the child's breathing improves after treatments, parents can administer them as often as every four hours. Breathing treatments for kids with asthma should be given every four to six hours until the cough goes away - and breathing improves.

Dr. Carey Ertz in Millard is seeing pediatric patients with plantar warts. They're skin growth on the soles of the foot caused by Human Papilloma Virus. They're usually flesh colored with black pinpoints. It can make it painful to walk. Most warts go away eventually without treatment. Treatments include salicylic acid medications and freezing products. If you're unsure of the diagnosis see your doctor.