The HPV vaccine has recently been recommended by the CDC and the American Academy of Pediatrics for administration to teenage boys as well as girls. Although the main protection concern with this vaccine is for cervical cancer, boys can be … Continue reading →

Mosquitos are already out and with a mild winter and recent rains they will remain a problem. Repellents with DEET are the most effective, however, DEET can be toxic in excessive use. For younger children a concentration of 7 – … Continue reading →

It is already warm and families are making their way out to the zoo, park, and other outdoor activities. Children sunburn easier than adults and lifelong damage to their skin, including increased risk for skin cancer, can be a problem. … Continue reading →

A booster dose is now recommended for the Menactra – meningococcal meningitis vaccine for teenagers 5 to 6 years after their first dose. Since most of our patients would receive their first dose between 11 and 12 years of age, … Continue reading →

McNeil Consumer Healthcare reports that companies are changing the concentration of their medications for infants, and there are new dosing directions for these products.  If you have any questions or concerns please discuss them with your pediatrician.

Read here to find out how to tell if a sore throat is a virus or a more serious infection.  Article published by HealthyChildren.org/American Academy of Pediatrics.