The Underused HPV Vaccine By JANE E. BRODY AUGUST 22, 2016 You’d think that when parents are told of a vaccine that could prevent future cancers in their children, they’d leap at the chance to protect them. Alas, that is hardly the […]
From the New York Times, before you send your child off to college
For Freshmen, Campus Life Poses New Risks By LISA HEFFERNAN and JENNIFER BREHENY WALLACE AUGUST 17, 2016 5:57 PM August 17, 2016 5:57 pm 17 Photo Credit Brian C. Frank for The New York Times The conventional wisdom after college drop-off is to wait and […]
Meet The Pediatricians-September
We will have a meet-the-pediatricians’ evening meeting on Tuesday, September 13 at 6:00 PM with Dr. Sliman and Dr. Bilger. These meetings are for those expecting a child, or potentially new patients to our practice. If you are interested, please call […]
Recent study shows infant sleep advice not being followed.
Many infants are sleeping in unsafe positions and locations, especially if they are moved in the middle of the night, according to a new study. Researchers found parents are shirking safe sleep practices for babies even when being video recorded. […]
Hot weather ahead: Tips for Preventing Heat-Related Illness (From the CDC)
The best defense is prevention. Here are some prevention tips: Drink more fluids (nonalcoholic), regardless of your activity level. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink. Warning: If your doctor generally limits the amount of fluid you drink or has […]
