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. >> More