This scientific article presents an in-depth analysis of the prevalence, symptoms, vaccination-related, hygiene-related, and parental health-related knowledge of acute respiratory infections (ARIs) in pediatrics. The study was conducted in children's polyclinics and preschool institutions in Tashkent, Fergana, and Kashkadarya regions. Statistical analyses, questionnaires, interviews, and observations revealed the relationship between the incidence of ARIs in children and age, conditions, and health-improving measures. The results demonstrate the relevance of a systematic approach to maintaining children's health, vaccination, and improving the hygienic environment. The article also includes practical recommendations for prevention, healthy lifestyle formation, and improving pediatric approaches.

Childhood pediatrics, acute respiratory infections, ARI, vaccination, health promotion, hygiene, parental knowledge level, child health, prevention.

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