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Physical Activity = Better Health

From the American Academy of Pediatricians; Pediatricians continue to be disturbed by the trends they’re seeing in the levels of physical activity of children, which appear to be headed in the wrong direction. One survey concluded that less than 25% … Read more

AAP Schedule of Well-Child Care Visits

From the American Academy of Pediatricians; Parents know who they should go to when their child is sick. But pediatrician visits are just as important for healthy children. The Bright Futures/American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) developed a set of comprehensive health guidelines for well-child … Read more

COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ’s

Many parents have questions about COVID-19 vaccines, which are now available to anyone age 12 and up. Here are answers to some of the most common questions families may have. How does the COVID-19 vaccine work? The COVID-19 vaccine works … Read more

Keep the Holidays Happy During COVID-19

Source: American Academy of Pediatrics The holiday season usually is a joyful time. Many families look forward to gathering with relatives and friends, exchanging gifts and celebrating traditions. But COVID-19 and physical distancing have brought a new kind of stress this holiday … Read more

Five ways you can help without donating

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The latest news on our project in Nambia

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How to organize a fundraising project

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ADHD & Learning During COVID-19

From The American Academy of Pediatrics: Changes in regular routines and activities to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 can be stressful for any child. Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may face extra challenges dealing with these changes. The American Academy of … Read more

Seasonal Allergy Testing

Knowing what your child is allergic to can be an important step in finding the right treatment. Allergy testing can be performed to determine whether your child is allergic to any environmental allergens (indoor allergens such as dust mites, pets … Read more

Post-partum Depression

Having a baby is stressful.  Period.  There are physical, social and emotional stressors that everybody faces. Every mom needs to know that she is supported and cared for as they make the transition to motherhood.  Postpartum sadness is extremely common, … Read more

Settling the Vaccination Debate

Vaccines are a hot button topic that raises issues and concerns with parents. Controversy about vaccines is nothing new and every vaccine that has been introduced has received its fair share of negative claims. However, research, data, and years of medical review have found that vaccines are an indispensable component of every child’s healthcare routine.

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ADHD Tools

I have stumbled on a tool kit that I find pretty helpful – I think it’s worth sharing.   I am always very cautious about suggesting materials put out by pharmaceutical companies.  We all ought to be a cautious about … Read more

CDC – Travel Health

https://www.cdc.gov/travel So many of our patients travel internationally, and we find this website absolutely invaluable to guide us and our families with what to consider before travel. Great information is available on immunizations and medications to consider before travel, as … Read more

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