--- title: "Germ Proof Your Kids by Dr. Harley Rotbart | Official Book Page" description: "The one-stop shop for all of parents' germ questions—from prevention to treatment of childhood infections. Get your copy of Germ Proof Your Kids by Dr. Harley Rotbart today." lang: en json-ld: | { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Book", "name": "Germ Proof Your Kids", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Dr. Harley Rotbart" }, "publisher": "ASM Press", "description": "The one-stop shop for all of parents' germ questions—from prevention to treatment of childhood infections.", "image": "/assets/cover-germ-proof-your-kids-DRXHuHK4.webp", "aggregateRating": { "@type": "AggregateRating", "ratingValue": "5", "reviewCount": 3 } } --- [Harley Rotbart, M.D. Author • Pediatrician • Grandfather ](/) [Books](/books) [Blog](/blog)[About](/about) [Contact](/#contact) [Back to All Books](/#books) ![Germ Proof Your Kids](/assets/cover-germ-proof-your-kids-DRXHuHK4.webp) ASM Press, 2008 # Germ Proof Your Kids The Complete Guide to Protecting (without Overprotecting) Your Kids from Infections By Dr. Harley Rotbart Germ Proof Your Kids is the one-stop shop for all of parents' germ questions. The book is presented in 4 sections which address: the most common germs and the diseases they cause; children's natural defenses and the prudent use of antibiotics and vaccines; the value of home remedies from grandmother and the health food store; and how to understand and interpret the latest research news. The book brings everything parents need to know about kids' infections together in one easy-to-read, concise book. The book has also become an important desk reference for doctors and nurses in clinics and schools across the country. By providing up-to-date, succinct information on all of the infections that kids bring to the clinic, this book helps health providers educate parents about germs and the best treatment options. ### Get Your Copy [Buy on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Germ-Proof-Your-Kids-Overprotecting/dp/1555814271) ## Reviews and Praise > "This clear and comprehensive resource will dispel your germ phobias, bring clarity to today's alphabet-soup of infectious disease threats, and arm you with empowering perspective, prudence, and common sense." Marianne Neifert, MD (Dr. Mom) Bestselling Author > "Parents should read this book. In an entertaining and easy to understand way, Dr. Rotbart explains everything a parent needs to know about infections." Stephen Berman, MD Past President, American Academy of Pediatrics > "There are simple ways to avoid most infections... Your queasy-making questions answered." 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