Pediatrics
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Keeping Young Children Safe from Medicine Poisoning
Every year, thousands of young children end up in hospital emergency rooms after accidentally ingesting medicine they found left out and within reach. This is a serious concern, and during National Poison Prevention Week, it’s a good time to review some key safety tips. According to statistics, there was a significant increase in emergency department…
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Acne and Skin Health
As part of the American Academy of Dermatology’s Healthy Skin Month, we thought we would share some helpful information on a subject that is important to many of our adolescent patients and their parents – Acne. Many tweens, teens, and adults get acne. Pimples and blackheads can be embarrassing and make you feel bad about…
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National Head Lice Prevention Month
Just in time for the new school year, September is national head lice prevention month. The campaign, sponsored by The NPA (National Pediculosis Association), highlights the importance of routine screening and early detection.
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How to Keep Your Family Healthy on Vacation
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Spring travel season is here! As the cold winter months come to an end many of us have family vacations on our minds. If you’re a parent, you already know that traveling with a sick child is no fun. There are things you can do to reduce your chances of having an illness ruin your…
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What is Family Medicine?
While looking for a primary care physician you’ll encounter a few different types of medical practices to choose from, family medicine, Internal medicine, OB-GYN, or pediatric medicine. Primary care includes preventative medical services like cancer or diabetes screenings, diagnosis and treatment of injuries or illnesses, and management of chronic long-term conditions, like high blood pressure.…
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September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
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According to the CDC one in five children in the U.S. suffers from obesity. Like adults, children who are obese are at increased risk of type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart problems. September is National childhood obesity awareness month, a time dedicated to educating children and parents on how to prevent childhood obesity.…
