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Congratulations Dr. Timothy Wall on the 30th anniversary of the founding of Pediatric Health Associates!   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~From the desk of Rebecca Smeraglinolo, MD    Rebecca Smeraglinolo, MD         WINTERISCOMINGThat statement may evoke any number of feelings or reactions in us – excitement for holidays or snow sports; dread of the cold, dark days; peacefulness or hope of renewal with the coming of a New Year.For a parent, it also means it ’s time to stock up on Kleenex and clean the humidifier; keep track of matching mittens and boots (I think they’re in on the drive-us-crazy conspiracy to go rogue like the infamous matchless sock in every load of laundry); and sneakily recycle the endless number of holiday toy catalogs that bomb ard our mailboxes.For a pediatrician, it ’s another season full of safety pitfalls and wellness concerns to address.  So that we may all be safe and well to celebrate and enjoy all that winter has to offer, please keep in mind the following!-Give some attention to “winterizing” your car.  Keep an eye on your tire pressure, as it can change in cold/dry air.  You may want to stock your trunk with the following: a windshield brush/scraper and a small snow shovel; blankets or extra layers; a first aid kit; jumper cables; a cell phone charger; nonperishable snacks; and a spare tire. Remember to allow more time for travel; not...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - Category: Pediatrics Tags: Healthy Habits Safety Source Type: news