Posts by Dr. Lisa Padgett
When Can Children Get the COVID-19 Vaccine?
Dr. Padgett addresses a good question, one that is probably on the mind of more than one parent. She researched the site below and thinks the article is informative and…
Read MoreWhy Your Child Should Get Routine Checkups
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Medical Association have stressed the importance of continued routine well care for infants, children, and adolescents during the CoViD-19 pandemic. These posters…
Read MoreKeeping ‘Em On Track-In or Out of School!
Whether students are out of school for weather, summer or during this challenging time of school closures and social distancing, they can still remain on track with their school work…
Read MoreSPLASH INTO SUMMER 2019
Swimming is a fantastic form of exercise and a major component of many spring break trips and summer break fun. But parents should remember that swimming also comes with risk.…
Read MoreIt’s Not Too Late for Influenza (Flu) Vaccination
Per a December 28, 2017 American Academy of Pediatrics(AAP) alert, “Flu activity is increasing in the United States. There have already been 8 pediatric deaths from influenza reported. Vaccination is the most…
Read MoreSleep Recommendations Update for Infants, Children, and Adolescents:
1. American Academy of Pediatrics SmartBrief; June 13, 2016: “The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends daily sleep of 12 to 16 hours for 4 month-olds to 1 year-olds,…
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