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Vaccination Schedule

Vaccination Schedule
Our Recommended Vaccination Schedule Birth: Hep B #1 2 Months: Pediarix #1 (DTaP, IPV, Hep B), Hib #1, Prevnar #1, Rotarix #1 4 Months: Pediarix #2, Hib #2, Prevnar #2, Rotarix #2 6 Months: Pediarix #3, Hib #3, Prevnar #3 12 Months: MMR#1, Varivax #1, Prevnar #4 15 Months: HIB#4, Hep A#1, and DTAP #4…
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Zika Virus: What Parents Need to Know

Article from: HealthyChildren.org With all of the coverage in the news about the Zika virus lately, it is understandable that parents have questions. Here are the facts you need to know about this virus. What is Zika? Zika is a virus that can cause the following symptoms: Rash Fever Pink eye (conjunctivitis) Joint pain Symptoms…
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Vomiting & Diarrhea

Question: My child has had vomiting and diarrhea since last night.  What do I do? Definition: Vomiting is a forceful emptying of stomach contents and is often associated with diarrhea. Loosely defined diarrhea as loose or watery stool which is frequenlty associated with an increase in stool frequency.  The cause of such symptoms can  is…
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UTI

How do I know if my child has a urinary tract infection? Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in young children. UTIs may go untreated because the symptoms may not be obvious to the child or to parents. Normal urine has no germs (bacteria). However, bacteria can get into the urinary tract from two sources:…
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