Genesis Pediatrics Blog

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

On February 17, 2022, Abbott Nutrition announced a voluntary recall of certain powdered infant formula products. Brands impacted include Similac, Alimentum, and EleCare. How do I know if my formula is affected by the recall? The recall only applies to powdered formula produced at one of Abbott Nutrition’s factories. If you have Similac, Alimentum, or

Many of you are already aware that Governor Hochul has lifted the indoor mask mandate for businesses, with the caveat that private businesses may still require that employees, patrons, and visitors wear a mask when entering the business.  As of now, we still request that anyone entering the office or interacting with our staff to

**IMPORTANT UPDATE** If your child is age 5 and older, and has tested positive for COVID, please print and complete the Self-Assessment as seen below. If you answer “YES” to any of the questions, please call the office to schedule an appointment for return-to-play clearance. This appointment will be scheduled AFTER isolation period is completed.

Due to weather, Genesis Pediatrics will be closing the office at 12:00 today for the safety of our patients and our staff. We are available for triage and limited telemedicine appointments from 1:00-4:30pm and then the office will be closing for the night at 4:30pm. Please be patient as we have limited staff covering the