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The Stingray Shuffle and Other “Life” on the Beach

Dr. Barbara Summers — Fri, 14 Jun 2019 18:45:39 +0000

You already know the “Baby Shark” song and dance but do you know the “Stingray Shuffle”? It’s definitely one you and your family should add to your dance list before…

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Newborn Screening…What’s the Meaning?

Dr. Barbara Summers — Fri, 09 Feb 2018 17:36:28 +0000

In 1968 the state of Tennessee started it’s state newborn screening program. It was designed to screen infants shortly after birth that may have a treatable condition that is not…

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BOO to the Flu!

Dr. Barbara Summers — Fri, 10 Feb 2017 16:08:21 +0000

Well, it’s here, no doubt about it. The dreaded FLU! All around Knoxville and surrounding counties, schools are closing due to illness in both the students and the teachers. Here…

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Accidental Poisoning

Dr. Barbara Summers — Tue, 09 Feb 2016 17:47:31 +0000

Accidental poisoning is a common concern in the pediatric population. Unfortunately, accidental poisoning is caused by ingesting many household items. Children swallow harmful substances even though they have a bad…

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