Many school districts require a back-to-school physical to ensure all students are up-to-date on immunizations and healthy enough to attend school. This is the time of year for you to schedule your child's physical so they are ready for the start of the school year. When you plan a well-child visit, … [Read more...] about Getting Ready For Your Child’s Back-To-School Physical
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What You Should Know About Your Child’s First Vaccines
Diseases have decreased substantially since the introduction of vaccines. The threat of disease has not been entirely eliminated, but thanks to vaccines, occurrences are much less frequent. One reason the risk remains is that not all parents vaccinate their children. When fewer babies receive their … [Read more...] about What You Should Know About Your Child’s First Vaccines
Does Your Child Have Summer Allergies Or A Cold?
Even though it is never a convenient time for kids to get sick, it seems to be worse when they are not feeling well in the summer. Allergies are usually associated with springtime, and colds are linked with winter. However, both of them can happen to children at any time of the year. It is easy to … [Read more...] about Does Your Child Have Summer Allergies Or A Cold?
5 Seasonal Allergy Tips That Can Help Your Kids
In the United States, it is estimated that almost half of the population of children are affected by some form of allergy. After a few years of exposure to an outside allergen, children can develop allergic rhinitis. This type of allergy is generally found in children over the age of two. Indoor … [Read more...] about 5 Seasonal Allergy Tips That Can Help Your Kids
Understanding Vaccines For Your Teenage Or College-Age Child
Teenage and college-age children have usually had several vaccines by this time in their lives. You are probably still not comfortable watching them get more, even though you have experienced vaccinations with them before. If your teen had no negative reaction from past vaccines, they are unlikely … [Read more...] about Understanding Vaccines For Your Teenage Or College-Age Child
