Pediatrics
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National Head Lice Prevention Month
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Just in time for the new school year, September is national head lice prevention month. The campaign, sponsored by The NPA (National Pediculosis Association), highlights the importance of routine screening and early detection.
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How to Keep Your Family Healthy on Vacation
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If you’re a parent, you already know that traveling with a sick child is no fun. There are things you can do to reduce your chances of having an illness ruin your trip. Here are 8 tips for keeping your family healthy on vacation. Prepare for Healthy Travel Check the travel requirements and recommendations for…
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What is Family Medicine?
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While looking for a primary care physician you’ll encounter a few different types of medical practices to choose from, family medicine, Internal medicine, OB-GYN, or pediatric medicine. Primary care includes preventative medical services like cancer or diabetes screenings, diagnosis and treatment of injuries or illnesses, and management of chronic long-term conditions, like high blood pressure.…
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National Birth Defects Prevention Month
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January is National Birth Defects Prevention Month, a time dedicated to providing information on birth defects, prevention or risk reduction, and where to seek help if you have concerns about birth defects. The CDC estimates that 1 in 33 babies are born with a birth defect in the United States every year. Depending on the…
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Do I Need a Primary Care Doctor?
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We all need medical care at some point, and expert help is essential to staying healthy. A primary care provider or PCP is specialized in preventing, diagnosing, and treating a wide variety of health conditions. A primary care physician may come from family practice or internal medicine, depending on your needs. ER, Urgent Care, or…
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September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
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Maintaining good dietary choices and a healthy lifestyle is essential to your family’s health and preventing childhood obesity.