The Zika Virus has been in the news lately. It is prevalent in South American and Mexico. Some cases of Zika have been reported in Florida. The Zika virus is a mosquito transmitted virus that usually causes mild symptoms in adults, but can cause possible birth defects when infecting pregnant women. The birth defect seems […]
It seems like kids cough all winter long. When is it time to worry about the cough? When can you treat it at home and when should you go to the doctor? There are many causes of coughing in children. Most commonly, a cough is caused by a viral upper respiratory infection. However, coughs can […]
There has been a nation-wide recall of approximately 2 million doses of FluMist. These doses were recalled prior to being released/shipped. The testing done by the FDA revealed that this particular batch was not up to FDA standards. All previously shipped doses passed FDA inspections and are safe and fully effective. The manufacturer of FluMist […]
Ear infections are common in children between the ages of 6 months and 3 years old. Most children have had at least one ear infection by 3 years old. What is an ear infection? An ear infection occurs in the middle ear. The middle ear is an air filled space behind the eardrum. It is […]
RSV is the most common cause of lower respiratory tract infections in infants and young children, and is one of many viruses that causes colds in children. Infecting the lungs and breathing passages, it is frequently responsible for bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children under age one. In fact, the highest incidence of RSV illness occurs […]
The Flu vaccine is now available as both an injection and a nasal mist. Our pediatricians recommend the yearly flu vaccine for all children age 6 months and older. The nasal flu mist is available for children 2 years of age and older. If this is the first season your child is receiving the flu […]
A review published in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology found that children with asthma who live with smokers have 85% greater odds of hospitalization than asthmatic children who are not exposed to second-hand smoke. Children with asthma also have 66% higher odds of needing emergency care, are 32% more likely to experience wheezing […]
Dr. Elofson, Fakouri, Perilloux and Cook recommend breastfeeding your infant. Breastfeeding your newborn is a natural and inexpensive way to provide a great start to life for your baby. There are definite nutritional benefits and, additionally, it promotes an emotional connection that is unique between the baby and mother. The first few days can […]
Toddlers’ legs often have a bowed appearance. In fact, many children have bowing of the legs until they are about two years old, then they’ll look knock-kneed until they are about six years of age. At times, children may not have straight lower legs until they are nine or ten years old. Bowlegs and knock-knees […]
Although vaccination is the best way to prevent the flu, our board certified pediatricians say that practicing healthy habits can also lend a hand in prevention. For example, WASHING you children’s hands and asking them to COVER their nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing is a good way to avoid spreading germs. Of […]