Keeping Kids Active During the School Year
Fewer schools are offering p.e. everyday so as parents it’s more important than ever to ensure kids have adequate opportunities for physical activity throughout the week. The recommended guideline for...
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Staying Safe During the Holidays
Every year the winter holidays descend upon us with thoughts of family, friends, food, decorations and gifts. For parents, the winter holidays also present safety hazards. Navigating parties and...
View ArticleCold vs. Flu Symptoms
During the winter months it can feel like cold and flu symptoms are never ending when you have young kids. Sometimes it can be challenging to differentiate between a cold and the flu making it hard to...
View ArticleBabies, Toddlers and too Much Added Sugars
Nearly all toddlers and majority of babies eat too much added sugar in US. Nearly all babies and toddlers in the U.S. consume added sugars in their diet, much of which comes from foods thought to be...
View ArticleCurrent Known Public Testing Sites as of 3/18/2020
San Diego County Scripps Hospital System Various Locations (888) 261-8431 *Anyone who calls the line will be connected to a nurse at the COVID-19 call center who will ask a series of questions designed...
View ArticleOrder of the Health Officer and Emergency Regulations
Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code sections 101040, 120175, and 120175.5 (b) the Health Officer of the County of San Diego (Health Officer) amends the Health Officer Order dated March 12,...
View ArticleScreen Time Equals Health Problems for Teens
In addition to screen time impacting teen mental health and sleep, a recent study found that teens who watch more TV also consume more sugar and caffeine. The 2019 study found that teens who spend an...
View ArticleSchools: should they open this fall?
It’s July 2020. We’ve been experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic for 4 months. With schools scheduled to open in 6-8 weeks, it’s a tragedy that we haven’t gotten this virus under control, at least enough...
View ArticleSummer Camp 2021
After a year of mostly staying home, inside, with very little physical activity, letting your kids loose at camp sounds like a perfect summer plan. Camp provides many benefits to children of all ages,...
View ArticleOccupational Therapy FAQs
Pediatric medicine is primarily about prevention. We spend the majority of our day doing well checks to be sure our patients are growing and developing as expected. We give vaccines to prevent...
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