Below are links of recent News articles pertaining to Pediatrics.
AAP recommends rear-facing car seats for children until age 2
The AAP and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in two separate guidelines, recommended that children should use rear-facing car seats until age 2 and that those age 12 and below should ride in the back seat. The AAP said in its recommendation, published inPediatrics, that parents should switch to rear-facing car seats that can support heavier weights of children up to age 2 when their child outgrows the weight limits on an infant car.
EARLY DEVELOPMENT
1/11/2010
These resources from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are designed to help pediatricians respond quickly to questions from patients and families about early child development. Visit the CDC's "Learn the Signs. Act Early" campaign Web site to order free parent education resources about childhood development, including the early warning signs of autism and other developmental disabilities.
A New Site for Immunization Information
12/18/2009
The Academy of Pediatrics launched a new site to offer parents "pediatrician-approved health information." The site focuses on issues parents most often encounter, such as finicky eating, toilet training and ADHD, as well as a section where questions can be posted to a team of physicians. This is a very valuable site and goes a long way in providing you with information to help raise your children safely and good health. Recently, the Academy has added a tool for when to call the doctor that should be helpful for you in making this decision.
Influenza Vaccine: Influenza vaccine has arrived and is available for administration. Please call the office and schedule with the MA for vaccination. Now is the time to protect your children.
Stay up to date on what is happening with flu in the U.S. This site should answer most of your questions and concerns. Also, this site is very good to keep you informed about vaccines.
This is a good site for injury prevention. Remember that the leading cause of death in children under the age of 14 is injury.
When to Call the Doctor
The Academy of Pediatrics Healthy Children's Web Site has added a new tool to help parents decide when to call the doctor:http://www.healthychildren.org/English/tips-tools/Symptom-Checker/Pages/default.aspx?nfstatus=401&nftoken=00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000&nfstatusdescription=ERROR%3a+No+local+token
Halloween Safety
This is the time of the year that children can be at risk for injury. Please check the AAP guide on safety by double clicking the heading above.
Product and Toy Recalls
The following links from Parents.com list the most current toy and product recall
H1N1 Influenza ("swine flu")
Below is some information on H1N1 Influenza.
H1N1 Influenza
Frequently asked questions about how to protect your family
What is H1N1? How does it compare to seasonal influenza (“flu”)?
H1N1, or the “swine flu,” is a form of influenza. It is not more serious than the seasonal flu. Like the seasonal flu, both illnesses are caused by viruses. The flu is spread as droplets in the air (sneezing, coughing). Germs can be spread by touching the eyes, nose, mouth, and objects without washing hands after sneezing/coughing.
Most cases of H1N1 have been mild, and knowing the risks can help prevent serious illness.
What are the symptoms of H1N1 flu?
Fever Body aches
Cough Diarrhea
Vomiting Runny or stuffy nose
Sore throat Chills
Fatigue
When should I take my child to the pediatrician?
If your child’s symptoms worsen or you are concerned about your child’s illness