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Amber Teething Necklaces Are a Choking Hazard!
Amber necklaces are an extreme strangulation risk for young children. They have become almost common place among children in our practice. I am constantly reminding parents to take them off…
Read MoreSpring Is Here and Allergy Season Came Along for the Ride
Allergy Season: Be Prepared Spring is here and in East Tennessee that means all of our beautiful trees and flowers are blooming and the pollen counts are starting to climb.…
Read MoreDrool, Yes. Fever, No
It’s 10 PM, your 8 month old is fussy and not sleeping well, and hasn’t been for the past 3 nights. You recall that she has been drooling more and…
Read MoreAccidental Poisoning
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…
Read MoreHypothermia and Frostbite
As I was walking through the neighborhood tonight, I realized that winter has finally come to east Tennessee. No longer do we have the wet and balmy weather as we…
Read MoreFamily Resolutions for a Healthier 2016
It’s a new year! Why not get the entire family involved in living a healthier lifestyle? This can be done using the 0-5 easy steps listed below: 0: Eliminate sugary…
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