The Flu Shot: Not Just for Old People! Flu season is upon us, and it’s important for everyone, from littles to teens, to get their flu shots. Here are the top 5 reasons why everyone, including children, should get a flu shot this year. 1. Children may have...
Fevers are common in children, but for a newborn baby, a fever can be a sign of a serious infection. A fever over 100.4 Fahrenheit in a baby under 2 months old is considered a medical emergency and requires immediate attention. That’s why it is so important to get an...
Swimming pools are a great way to keep cool during the hot Sarasota summer, but they can be deadly. Several weeks ago I read a story about a little boy from Orlando who had stumbled into his grandmother’s pool and nearly drowned. I remember playing poolside with my...
Medicaid changes effective April mean that many Florida children will lose their health insurance coverage because of Medicaid Unwinding. Make sure your child does not lose health insurance! What you should know about Medicaid Unwinding The COVID-19 pandemic made it...
Have you ever wondered why the American Academy of Pediatrics and Weiss Pediatric Care require annual well visits? Especially when you look at your children and they look perfectly healthy! It’s because you’re likely not checking for suspicious spots on their skin,...
