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Happy Valentine ' s Day! (Source: Pediatric Health Associates)
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - February 14, 2019 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: news
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Jihad Shoshara, MDEarlier this week, Islamophobic emails from the account of Joe Ricketts – patriarch of the family that owns the Chicago Cubs – were leaked to the press. Ricketts and the Cubs organization have come under fire for what many have called an insufficient response to the bigotry expressed in the emails. The Chicago Tribune ran an op-ed by Dr. Shoshara explaining why the Cubs need to do more to denounce Islamophobia, and AM 670 WSCR (The Score) interviewed him on the subject as well. From the article:“I love the Cubs, but I love my family and my country more. As an American and a Muslim, I won’t continu...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - February 8, 2019 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: news
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Source: Pediatric Health Associates - February 6, 2019 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: news
Tara Doman, MD discusses tongue-tie problems in newborns
Tara Doman, MD IBCLCTongue ties and FrenotomyA tongue tie refers to when the frenulum, the attachment from the tongue to the floor of the mouth, is thickened, shortened or tight. As a pediatrician and a lactation consultant, I see many babies with tongue ties and parents that are concerned about them. In fact, it is estimated that between 4 and 10 percent of infants will have a tongue tie. Our office can diagnose a tongue tie by doing an exam of your infant ’s mouth to see if there is limitation in tongue movement up to the roof of the mouth or past the lips. Some ties appear as a “heart-shaped” tongue.Tong...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - January 25, 2019 Category: Pediatrics Tags: Healthy Habits Source Type: news
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Source: Pediatric Health Associates - December 31, 2018 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: news
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From our families to yoursmay your holiday seasonbe filled withpeace, love and hope. (Source: Pediatric Health Associates)
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - December 21, 2018 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: news
How do pediatricians treat their own kids when they have a cold?
DearParents Panel of AAP Moms,Many thanks to all of you for participating in the first survey on children ’s cough and cold remedies.Parentsmagazine has published the article with all of your great tips and advice:https://www.parents.com/toddlers-preschoolers/health/cold/pediatrician-advice-how-to-cure-colds/. It will also be in the January print issue.You are welcome to share the piece on your own social media networks, too! Here is a link toParents ’ Facebook post:https://www.facebook.com/parentsmagazine/posts/10156895635031182and tweet:https://twitter.com/parentsmagazine/status/1069931861915385856. AAP will also be ...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - December 18, 2018 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: news
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Google voice has an app called drug dose helper which gives dosing for Tylenol and Motrin after Google asks what the child ' s weight is.To view the app go to:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsXJXS83wfQ (Source: Pediatric Health Associates)
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - December 6, 2018 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: news
Dr. Shreya Kanabar on the importance of the flu vaccine.
It ' s National Influenza Vaccine Week December 4 - December 11thShreya Kanabar, MDThe flu killed and hospitalized more people in the US last winter than any seasonal influenza in decades according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 80,000 people died, a record high compared to a previous high of 56,000 from over thirty years ago. 900,000 people were hospitalized. Of the deaths, 180 were children, and 80% of these children did not receive their flu vaccine, meaning a great majority of deaths occurred in the...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - December 4, 2018 Category: Pediatrics Tags: Healthy Habits Vaccination Information Source Type: news
Nurse Practitioner Katie Parker reminds us how to keep little ones safe during winter driving.
Katie Parker, CPNPThe American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that bulky winter clothing, such as winter coats and snowsuits, are not worn underneath the harness of a car seat. In the event of a car accident, fluffy padding flattens from the force which leaves extra space under the harness. This puts the child at risk of slipping through the straps and being thrown from the seat. Below are some tips to help keep your child safe and warm while traveling during the winter season.-Store the carrier portion of infant seats inside when not in use. Keeping the seat at room temperature will re...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - November 29, 2018 Category: Pediatrics Tags: Healthy Habits Source Type: news
Very sad news regarding Dr. Wall.
11/19/18Dear PHA Families,It brings us great sorrow to tell you that our founder, our colleague, and our friend Dr Wall suffered a heart attack this weekend. Despite the best efforts and medical attention, he passed away Sunday.Dr. Wall was not just the founder, but the heart and soul of our practice. We owe so much to his dedication and commitment over the course of PHA ’s existence. His passing leaves a void that we will try to replace, but that we will not ever be able to truly fill.All of us came to work at PHA to join in Dr. Wall ’s passion - caring for the community’s children, regardless of background or means...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - November 19, 2018 Category: Pediatrics Tags: Changes at PHA Source Type: news
Dr. Nithya Sunder on talking to teens about sexual consent
Nithya Sunder, MDRecently, the idea of consent has been in the news and can be very confusing for teens. It is also a topic that both parents and teens find difficult or uncomfortable to discuss. It is natural for teens to be curious about their bodies, sex, and sexuality so parents should be prepared to talk about sex to help their children make informed decisions. It is absolutely fine to discuss abstinence and encourage teens to wait to be sexually active until they are in a relationship with respect, commitment and love, but parents still need to be ready to answer teens ' questions. The American Academy of Pediatrics ...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - November 1, 2018 Category: Pediatrics Tags: Changes at PHA Healthy Habits Safety Source Type: news
Nithya Sunder on talking to teens about sexual consent
Nithya Sunder, MDRecently, the idea of consent has been in the news and can be very confusing for teens. It is also a topic that both parents and teens find difficult or uncomfortable to discuss. It is natural for teens to be curious about their bodies, sex, and sexuality so parents should be prepared to talk about sex to help their children make informed decisions. It is absolutely fine to discuss abstinence and encourage teens to wait to be sexually active until they are in a relationship with respect, commitment and love, but parents still need to be ready to answer teens ' questions. The American Academy of Pediatrics ...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - November 1, 2018 Category: Pediatrics Tags: Changes at PHA Healthy Habits Safety Source Type: news
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WELCOME TO PEDIATRIC HEALTH ASSOCIATES IN NORTH AURORA! Our North Aurora office is officially open! Mayor Dale Berman joined our ribbon cutting ceremony on Wed. October 17th. PHA docs who will be seeing patients at the NorthAurora office are: Drs. Wall, Shakir, Gronli, Thomas, Doman and Kanabar along wi...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - October 19, 2018 Category: Pediatrics Tags: Changes at PHA Welcome to Pediatric Health Associates Source Type: news
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From the desk of Virginia Kash, MD ACNE 101 FOR PARENTS Having just come off the busy summer checkup season, after seeing scores of teens for their school and sports physicals, I have observed that there is one question that most teens have on their mind: “How do I get rid of my acne?” And having 3 teenagers at home, I know first hand how acne can affect self-esteem during the teen years. Studies show that patients with acne report higher levels of anxiety, depression, frustration, anger, and impairment in self-image. Almos...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - October 5, 2018 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: news
