Category: Healthy Kids

Protect Young Children from Heat Stroke Heat stroke deaths can occur at surprisingly low temperatures, and Texas children are especially vulnerable because we have so many hot days. Heat stroke in children isn’t limited to unattended vehicles. Children can also become extremely overheated when playing outside in hot weather. Infants who are dressed...

Is Tylenol (Acetaminophen) Safe for Children? Tylenol is one of the most commonly used medications for children. It is indicated for the treatment of fever and pain and Acetaminophen it is a component of many products sold over-the-counter. Tylenol is safe when used at the appropriate dosage and at the indicated intervals, but...

Allergy Season 411: Symptoms, Testing, Treatment Beat allergy season for good! As a parent, you should encourage your child to engage in free play outside with their friends. If you live in Central Texas, your child may suffer from allergies. Allergies should be taken seriously, 70-80% of school-aged children also have  allergies....

Sanofi US Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of All Auvi-Q® Due to Potential Inaccurate Dosage Delivery Please read the statement from Auvi-Q regarding the current recall on its epinephrine injection.  If your child currently has Auvi-Q as their epinephrine device for potential severe allergic reactions, call our office to receive a new prescription...

Tips for Halloween Fun for those with Food Allergies As a parent of a child with food allergies, I understand how frightening Halloween can be, and not in a good scare kind of way. Fortunately, you can be prepared enough to have only good scares on Halloween with some helpful tips from...

A Warning to Parents About Using Homeopathy for Asthma Treatment Turning to homeopathic products for asthma treatment could do more harm than good. The fall season is officially here, and while the changing temperatures and holiday buzz can bring plenty of excitement, the surge in allergies and colds can be tough for...

Immunization Requirements for the 2015-2016 School Year Ensure a great start to the new school year by reviewing your district’s immunization requirements. Vaccines not only keep your child healthy, they keep other children healthy too. By immunizing your child, you protect other children who may be too young or have certain medical...

A Warning to Parents About Vehicular Heat Stroke Whether it’s stress-induced forgetfulness or a change in routine, there’s a common theme in the heartbreaking stories of child fatalities due to vehicular heat stroke, and the American Academy of Pediatrics is warning parents about potential risk. Facts about Vehicular Heat Stroke: 1. Heat stroke...

Maintain the Machine: Tips for Avoiding Sports Injuries at School With the start of the school year comes the start of the school sports calendar. Football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, even dance classes… No matter what the activity, organized athletics are a fabulous outlet for kids and teens. Sports exercise the body and...

The Deadly Diphtheria Disease: A Lesson for Parents on Vaccinations As a modern-day parent living in the United States, you likely haven’t heard of many Diphtheria cases, and may even be unfamiliar with the disease all together. However recent news from the city of Olot, Spain revealed a newly developed diagnosis within...