Did you know…? Genesis Pediatrics has a Patient Portal available to all of our patient families. It is a way for caregivers to communicate with our staff and obtain patient information, whether it be a non-urgent medical question to be answered, or the need to obtain a letter/form or lab results. It is also a
It’s that time of year again! If your child needs a camp form completed by our office, please drop it off as soon as possible! *DID YOU KNOW? Forms can be uploaded through the Patient Portal and then returned to you once completed. Due to the increased volume of forms during this time of year,
What You Need To Know COVID-19 vaccine boosters can further enhance or restore protection that might have decreased over time after your primary series vaccination. People are protected best from severe COVID-19 illness when they stay up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines, which includes getting all recommended boosters when eligible. It is never too late to
Genesis Pediatrics – CLOSED May 30th Our office will be closed on Monday May 30th in observance of the Memorial Day holiday! We wish you a very safe and happy holiday!
Ticks – It’s That Time of Year Again! Ticks are most active during the warmer months, April to September, therefore it is important to be extra vigilant in taking preventative measures. PREVENTATIVE MEASURES REPELLENT:– For Skin: Use 30% DEET for children (6 months and older) and adolescents. – For Clothing: Permethrin-containing products can be applied to
The following information is from https://www.healthychildren.org/English/tips-tools/ask-the-pediatrician/Pages/Are-there-shortages-of-infant-formula-due-to-COVID-19.aspx With the baby formula shortage, what should I do if I can’t find any? Since the outbreak of COVID-19, there have been significant shortages of infant formulas in some stores. Current shortages have been largely caused by supply chain issues and the recent voluntary recall of certain baby formula products over concerns about contamination.
Your little ones have extra sensitive skin because it’s thinner than yours. Their immune system has not developed yet, so they are more susceptible to irritants of all kinds. It’s important for parents to stay ahead of the curve and remove common irritants inside your home while enjoying the outside. Caring for your child’s sensitive
It’s bad enough that you suffer from seasonal allergies, but when your child has the same problem, it’s twice as tough. Let’s take a look at seasonal allergies and how to help your child find relief. Allergic Rhinitis Whether you call it hay fever, allergic rhinitis, or seasonal allergies, the symptoms are the same, and
We normally think of insomnia in adults. The fact is, this disorder can affect children as well, and it has many of the same negative effects in children as in adults. There are some signs, so keep reading to find out: could my child have a sleep disorder? The Importance Of Sleep Sufficient restful sleep
Know Your COVID-19 Community Level Based On County This a new tool by the CDC to help communities decide what prevention steps to take based on the latest data. Levels can be low, medium, or high and are determined by looking at hospital beds being used, hospital admissions, and the total number of new COVID-19