As I try to make sense of the recent cases of bacterial meningitis caused by the vaccine-preventable bacteria, Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib), all that comes to mind is how unfortunate, ... Read More ยป
Today my 6 year old daughter, along with her class mates, watched the inauguration of the 44th President of the United States. No matter what your personal ... Read More ยป
In these tough economic times, it seems like we all are looking for ways to help cut costs and corners...eating in rather than dining out, bypassing those big expenses such as the annual vacation ... Read More ยป
Next to discussions of vaccines and developmental milestones, a frequently referred to topic with my patients involves the use of probiotics. And as I find myself using them more and more ... Read More ยป
Before I shed some light on Kawasaki disease, I would first like to share how saddened I was to hear of the loss of John Travolta and Kelly Preston's son just the other day. You see, I ... Read More ยป
Now while I am a firm believer you should create your own New Year's resolutions, I thought I'd give some food for thought when it comes to our children. So in no particular order, consider ... Read More ยป
There is no uncertainty when it comes to crushing substernal chest pain, severe abdominal pain or a fainting episode, get yourself to the ER or call 911. There are symptoms, however, that ... Read More ยป
As I just finished reading a newly published article about unintentional child poisonings in this month's journal Pediatrics, I realize I haven't shared with you all a favorite ... Read More ยป
As President-elect Barack Obama officially introduced Tom Daschle as his choice for the position of Secretary of Health and Human Services today, I reflect upon a few of Mr. Obama's health care ... Read More ยป
Throughout the year I have shared some usually time-sensitive safety tips. And as we are now well into this year's holiday season, I think it's that time again. So with thanks to the ... Read More ยป