Clinic News & Happenings
National Immunization Awareness Month
In recognition of National Immunization Awareness Month. the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is highlighting a new series of articles, Medicine Before Vaccines, written by senior pediatricians. These articles will remind parents what pediatric medicine was like...
Back to School!
The countdown for school has begun. There are lots of ways to build excitement about the coming school year. Your enthusiasm will influence your child’s attitude. Take your child shopping for their back to school supplies and clothes and let them pick out some of...
Your Preteens and Teens Need Vaccines Too!
Start planning vaccinations for your preteen or teen this summer. Make an appointment before the back-to-school rush begins. While your preteens and teens are thinking about all the fun things they'll be doing this summer, you're probably thinking about keeping them...
Traveling with Children
Traveling with children, whether in a car or by plane, requires some careful planning. If you are traveling by plane give yourself extra time to check in your luggage and get everyone through the check points and security. If you have children that require strollers...
Swimming Safety Tips
Did you know that it only takes an inch of water for a small child to drown? A child should never be left unattended near water no matter how small the amount. Spending time swimming with our children can be lots of fun, but it must also come with lots of diligence....
Help! My Child Has Lice!
The word “lice” carries with it such a negative connotation; however, getting lice does not mean that the person is practicing poor hygiene. No child should feel embarrassed or ashamed for having lice. The American Academy of Pediatrics has recently issued updated...
Get Ready for Summer!
It's getting to be that time of year! Time to think about Sun Safety! The trees are beginning to bloom and with it brings the wonderful signs of spring. This also means that Spring Break is just around the corner for your children. As your children begin to spend more...
Fear of Needles?
Does your child have a fear of needles? Here is a great article on "Overcoming a Fear of Needles" Between vaccinations and flu shots it is impossible for children to avoid interaction with needles. In order to prevent needles from becoming a fear or phobia, there are...
The Dreaded Common Cold
It’s that time of year again: Cold and Flu Season. Just in time for the holidays, here are some quick reminders concerning the dreaded common cold: A cold is caused by one of many different viruses that circulate year-round but definitely more in cold weather...