Did you know that kids in Colorado don’t get as much activity as they ought to? Adults and seniors in the state may lead the country in terms of levels of physical activity, but young Coloradans only rank 24th. So goes the chief finding in the report “Extra Credit: Get Active” by the Colorado Health…
Westminster Pediatrician: Vaccines Save Lives, Eradicate Epidemics
Amid the loud cries of “anti-vaxxers,” more Americans see vaccines as their best shot (literally and figuratively) in thwarting today’s deadly diseases, according to a recent poll.
Westminster Pediatrics: Tips to Keep Your Kids Injury-Free this Spring
On this year’s Groundhog Day, Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, which means people in the country are to expect six more weeks of winter. However, as if casting some doubt on Phil’s weather-forecasting prowess, AccuWeather meteorologists are saying that atmospheric signs are showing quite the opposite. The weather professionals forecast that severe weather season is…
Westminster Pediatrics: What to Do with a Teen Girl’s Period Problems
Is your teenage daughter experiencing problems with her period? Many parents struggle with the same concern. Even if the mom has gone through a similar experience during her adolescent years, she may still worry about her daughter’s health and find it difficult to comfort the teen. As for dads, they may find the issues “uncharted…
Westminster Pediatrics – When to Call a Physician for Your Baby’s Fever
Fever is enough to make any concerned parent panic—it can be a nightmare when a child appears flushed and miserable while running a very high fever. It is important to remember, however, that fever actually helps the child fight off infections, and a slight fever has to be monitored before you rush to your child’s…