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TICK SEASON!

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

tick-removal

TICK SEASON!

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

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COVID-19 VACCINE

The CDC and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that everyone 12 years of age and older get a COVID-19 vaccination.  The following is information is directly from the AAP and the CDC: Is it safe for my child to get the COVID vaccine? Yes. Studies show that COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. Pfizer

It’s All About The Mask!

Let Me M-Ask You A Question… We are receiving many phone calls and portal messages regarding mask requirements/exemptions for children in school.  As noted in guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and state and local health departments, cloth face masks are an important tool in preventing the

Anticipating Return to School…

Return to School During COVID-19 What Is Our Opinion? A big question parents have right now is how students can go back to school safely during COVID-19. You may be seeking an opinion from your provider here at Genesis Pediatrics regarding whether or not you should send your child(ren) back to in classroom learning. The

IMPORTANT: Well Child Checks for Children Age 3 Years & Older

COVID19 Restrictions for Non-Essential Medical Visits The Monroe County Medical Society recommends any non-essential patient visits that are currently scheduled for the next two weeks be cancelled. If you had a well child visit for a child 3 years or older scheduled between 3/17/2020 and 3/27/2020, you will be contacted by our office to be

Accurate Information Regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19)

CDC Information There are a lot of questions out there about Coronavirus and how it may affect our community. There is no reason to panic at this time, but it is important to stay up to date with the most *accurate* information available. Please refer to this page from the CDC regarding COVID-19. This will

Say Boo to the Flu! Facts & Misconceptions

The flu season is upon us which means that it’s time for flu shots! There are a lot of misconceptions out there about the flu shot. So, let’s do a reality check. FACT:  Last season,more than 80,000 people died from flu-related illnesses in the U.S. — the highest death toll in more than 40 years.  FACT:

2018-2019 School Requirements for Entrance/Attendance

Below are the requirements for school physicals and immunizations according to grade level per the New York State Department of Health. Please call the office to schedule an appointment for your child(ren). 

PLEASE NOTE THIS CHANGE:

All refill requests for controlled substances (ie. stimulant medications) must go through the Patient Portal.