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• posted: Feb. 24, 2021
• Head Lice

You’ve just received a call from the school: someone in your child’s class has head lice. We know that hearing that your child has or might have head lice can Read More

• posted: Feb. 16, 2021
• Stitches

We all know how accident-prone kids can be. They get bruises, bumps, cuts, and scrapes from time and time. Most of the time, these boo-boos are nothing to worry about, Read More

• posted: Feb. 03, 2021
• Diabetes

In the past, the most common type of diabetes to affect children and teens was type 1 diabetes. This is also referred to as juvenile diabetes. In children with type Read More

• posted: Jan. 20, 2021
• Tetanus Shot

All children need to get a tetanus shot. When we think of tetanus we often think of rusty nails; however, this bacterium isn’t just found on rusty metal items, it Read More

• posted: Jan. 07, 2021
• Social Distancing,  Travel Insurance,  Medications,  Traveling

Whether you’re simply taking a weekend trip to visit the grandparents, or you and the family are flying internationally, you must know how to keep everyone healthy and safe while Read More

• posted: Dec. 29, 2020
• Strep Throat

How your pediatricians in Kissimmee, Florida can help if your child has strep throat. If your child is suffering from a sore throat that doesn’t go away, it could be something Read More

• posted: Dec. 21, 2020
• Broken Bone

Accidents happen. Perhaps your child hurt themselves falling off their bike or taking a rough tumble down the stairs. In these instances, the first thing you’ll probably do is check Read More

• posted: Dec. 03, 2020
• UTI,  Urinary Tract Infection

A urinary tract infection isn’t just something that happens to adults. Children can also develop UTIs. Since children are more likely to suffer from kidney damage as a result of Read More

• posted: Nov. 19, 2020
• Physical

Children often need a physical for school or sports, but they should have one every year even if it isn’t required. Physicals offer many benefits, such as ensuring your child Read More

• posted: Nov. 12, 2020
• Car Seat,  Child’s Car Seat

You may be surprised to learn that many car seats are not used properly. In fact, around 46 percent of car and booster seats are improperly used, which greatly impacts Read More

• posted: Oct. 28, 2020
• Chicken Pox

You just got the call from your child’s school: someone in your kid’s class has chickenpox. This highly contagious virus isn’t usually anything to worry about, but it can certainly Read More

• posted: Oct. 15, 2020
• Conjunctivitis,  Pink Eye

Your child won’t stop rubbing their eyes. They say it’s incredibly itchy. When you go to examine it, you notice their eyes are also bloodshot and inflamed. Oh no, it Read More

• posted: Aug. 28, 2020
• Wellness Visit,  Preventive Care

What parent doesn’t want to protect their child from getting injured or sick? While it will happen at some point, there are certainly ways that both you and your pediatrician Read More

• posted: Aug. 13, 2020
• Child Behavior,  Behavioral Issues

While we may not love it, all kids are going to act up, throw tantrums and be irritable at times; however, if your child is displaying negative actions and behaviors Read More

• posted: Jul. 29, 2020
• Regular Check-Ups

To ensure that your child grows up healthy and strong, they need to see a pediatrician for regular check-ups, screenings, and vaccines. These well-child visits are incredibly important for your Read More

• posted: Jul. 15, 2020
• Injury

Regular physical activity is so important for your child’s health. If they have decided to start playing on a sports team this can also be a great way for them Read More