Happy Start of School Year 2011! In case you missed these school related posts earlier, here are guides to packing a healthy school lunch, backpack weight guidelines, and deciding when to keep…
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We love it! With MyPlate, the United States Department of Agriculture’s new depiction of “a good diet” is easier to understand than the food pyramid. Mentally cut your kid’s plate in half.…
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I love French fries, I mean really, who doesn’t? They’re probably one of the most delicious treats on the planet, but unfortunately they’re also one of the worst treats when it comes…
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Medical mystery: What is that lump? Hint: Your basketball star now is taller than you and works out daily. Hint: He talks about pain at this spot. Answer: Your kid’s tibial tuberosity…
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Many of our patients have dogs in their homes, and many choose to add a dog to their family during summer. Unfortunately, dog bite rates are also highest in summer, and occur…
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Emmy award winning journalist Janet Zappala, author, nutritionist, chef, and mom, blogs for us today! _________________________ Summertime is in full swing and the snacking is easy. This is the season to grab…
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Recently, we lost the air conditioning in our home. My family welcomed the sympathy as we fried in an early summer heat wave. My neighbors and co-workers all offered us time in…
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What is it ? Pictured here are the toes of one of my best friend’s toddler. She is happy, has no fever, and plays nearly everyday in the neighborhood pool. The round shiny…
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Dozens of kids are pouring into our offices or calling from the shore because of swimmers ear. Time to bring up from the archives info about swimmer’s ear and ways you can…
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WE HAVE UPDATED THIS POST and added photos- please read it here. We’re seeing a lot of this stuff around the office. It’s hand-foot-mouth disease, a common, self-limited illness caused by the…
