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Interim and Short Term Insurance Tips

Recently, we are experiencing more patients who have interim or short term insurance for varied reasons. 

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New Hib Cases Stress the Importance of Vaccination

Five cases of Hib occurred in children in Pennsylvania since October 2008, resulting in two deaths.

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Is It Time for a Timeout

Time out can be an excellent teaching tool that can be introduced between 15 and 18 months of age.

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AAP Responds to Breast-Feeding Article

The Today show had a segment about breastfeeding based on The Atlantic's "The Case Against Breast-Feeding" article.

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My Thoughts on Retail Based Clinics

Dr Rob shares his thoughts on retail based clinics (medical providers housed within retailers, pharmacies, and supermarkets).

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Information on Bisphenol A (BPA)

There is controversy over the possible harmful effects BPA may have on humans particularly on infants and children.

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Melamine in Infant Formula

As all of us have heard, China has had serious problems with the presence of melamine in infant formula. What does it mean to you?

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Influenza Still on the Way

Flu is serious...and a flu vaccine can help keep you from becoming a statistic. Last year influenza activity peaked in February.

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Know Your Insurance Policy

With a new year approaching, employers may be offering new insurance plans.  There are a couple of things you should know.

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Halloween Safety Tips

Halloween is an exciting time of year for kids, and to help ensure they have a safe holiday, here are some tips.

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Insurance Tip

What happens if you don't respond to your Insurance company's request to know if your family members have insurance coverage.

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Kentucky Passes a Booster Seat Law

After years of trying to pass a bill, Kentucky finally updated its booster seat law and posts guidelines for car seats.

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Why is the Diagnosis of Autism Increasing?

The media is crowded with reports about the increase our society is seeing in autism and autistic behaviors in children.  Why?

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Don't Catch the Bug!

The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has made the following new recommendations about who should get the flu vaccine.

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Breastfeeding Helps Baby and Mother

Breastfeeding is associated with a reduced risk for many diseases and conditions in mothers and their children according to a new report.

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San Diego Measles Outbreak

The February measles outbreak in San Diego – started by one child who imported the disease – reinforces the ongoing need to vaccinate.

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TV and Your Kids

Watching TV contributes to obesity in children by both decreasing the child's activity levels as well as often increasing their food intake.

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The New McCarthyism

When Ari Brown heard Ms. McCarthy tell Oprah and Larry King that vaccines caused her son's autism, he had a flashback.

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Health Information and the Internet

Many people use the internet to find out information on health conditions and concerns. The internet is a valuable resource. However...

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Children With Special Health Care Needs

A child with special needs, often sees multiple specialists, requires a medical management plan and needs detailed attention.

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What to do with a Cold

An FDA advisory committee recommended that cold medicines should not be used in children under 6 years old.  What to do?

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New Year Resolutions for Kids

It’s not too late for your kids to try a little self improvement. Here are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics.

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The Sports Physical

You might have wondered why we ask so many questions (31 to be exact), during a sports pre-participation physical? Hear are the reasons.

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What to Do if You Get the Flu

The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses, caused by mild to severe illness.  What to do?

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Fever

A fever is a body temperature greater than 100.4 fahrenheit taken orally or rectally. A temperature less than that is not a fever.

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Should My Child Get a Flu Shot?

Over the last few years the Center for Disease Control has expanded the recommendations for who should get the flu shot.

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Don't Forget Your Flu Shots This Year

In the past, the office has opened up our supply to parents only after we have vaccinated our patients.

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How Should I Take a Temperature?

Your child may feel warm but you have to take his temperature with a thermometer to know for sure if he has a fever.

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Dry Skin Care Tips

Drier air within our homes caused by cooler winter temperatures can cause dry skin that can contribute to flair ups of eczema.

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What you Child's Doctor wishes you knew by William Sears M.D.

Here are some suggestions to make your child's visits happy and productive, for both of you.
 
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Vaccine Prevents Cervical Cancer
There has been much on television and in the news regarding a new vaccine to prevent cervical cancer.
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Disease in the Spotlight: Poison Ivy
As the temperature rises, kids spend more time outdoors. This means more exposure to the rash causing plant; poison ivy.
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Is My Child Due for a Check Up?
Our office sees children for well child check ups based on the recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
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Preparation Before Immunization May Reduce Pain

Preparing for immunization by bringing something familiar from home can significantly reduce anxiety and pain.

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What Does it Mean if My Child Has a Heart Murmur?

A hear murmur is simply and extra or unusual sound heard while listening to the heartbeat.  Often it is just a “whooshing” sound.

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