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For the next few months you may see a new face here at PHA.  Pediatrician Raman Singh, D.O. will be assisting us while some of our docs are on leave.   Dr. Singh is currently doing a fellowship in sports medicine so he will be a great asset in helping with sports injuries.  We know you will enjoy meeting him with his welcoming presence!                  Remember flu season is upon us….schedule your flu shots today.      Hard to believe that the holidays are here already. Last year’s winter was too long and summer too short!  And here we are in the artic again!The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has some valuable tips on how to keep your children safe and warm.  What to Wear Dress infants and children warmly for outdoor activities.  Several thin layers will keep them dry and warm. Don’t forget warm boots, gloves or mittens, and a hat. The rule of thumb for older babies and young children is to dress them in one more layer of clothing than an adult would wear in the same conditions. Blankets, quilts, pillows, bumpers, sheepskins and other loose bedding should be kept out of an infant’s sleeping environment because they are associated with suffocation deaths and may contribute to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Sleep clothing like one-piece sleepers or wearable blankets is preferred. ...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - Category: Pediatrics Source Type: news