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COVID Vaccine Questions

COVID Vaccines We have been receiving phone calls about getting their child a COVID vaccine. Unfortunately, we don’t have any more information than what is available on the New York State Department of Health website.  Please refer to the Phased Distribution of COVID Vaccine at the link below: https://covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/phased-distribution-vaccine

Say BOO to the Flu!

The flu season is already upon us! Flu season runs from October through May (sometimes later!).  Influenza activity in NYS is already considered “sporadic.” This means that it’s time for a flu shot if your child hasn’t already received! There are a lot of misconceptions out there about the flu shot. So, let’s do a reality

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:

FLU VACCINE CLINICS NOW OPEN!

Flu Vaccine Clinics are now open for scheduling! Please call to schedule an appointment for your child(ren)! 

Flu Vaccine Clinics – COMING SOON

We are still awaiting our full supply of Flu vaccine for the upcoming 2018-2019 Flu season. Please check back for updates for dates & times for our annual Flu Clinics!   

Flu Vaccines – COMING SOON!

We are awaiting our supply of Flu vaccine for the upcoming 2018-2019 Flu season. Please check back for updates for when we will be scheduling our annual Flu Clinics!

Let’s Talk About…The Flu

We are now well into “Flu season”. Here are a few updates from the NYS Department of Health from the past week regarding Influenza:

🌞 Summer Camp Forms Reminder!

Help us help you—turn in your forms early!
  • Camp season is here! If your child needs a camp form completed, please submit it as soon as possible.
  • Longer turnaround times are expected due to increased summer volume.
  • Forms can be uploaded through the Patient Portal and will be returned there once completed. Please ensure that all pertinent information is filled out prior to sending or else it will be returned to the caregiver.
  • Submitting early helps us ensure your child is ready for summer fun!