Wellness
LiveSmart: Peanut Allergies Continue to Rise in U.S.
Peanut allergies among children in the United States continue to soar – what’s the cause and what precautions should you take? […]
Dr. Mark Osborn
Wellness
LiveSmart: Routines Can Smooth the Bumps in Transition Back to School
Going back to school can be filled with both excitement and anxiety for parents and children, especially younger students. Getting back into a routine BEFORE school starts is the key to making those first days of school less painful. […]
Wellness
LiveSmart: Time to Update Kids’ Recommended Vaccinations
With kids heading back to school in just a few short weeks, now is the time to think about back-to-school supplies, maybe getting some new sneakers, and ensuring your child is up-to-date on their vaccines. […]
Wellness
LiveSmart: Live Smarter – Take Time to Read Aloud to Kids
There are few more-rewarding experiences for parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles – even older siblings – than snuggling up with a child and reading a good book! These sessions beginning with birth and continuing through at least kindergarten have benefits beyond quality time. […]
Wellness
LiveSmart: Vaccinations Protect Children From Birth Through Adolescence
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released updated pediatric immunization schedules for 2017. […]
SPHP in the News
Times Union: In NY, School Kids Getting Most Cases of Flu this Season
The Times Union published a story about influenza in the Capital Region and its particular impact on the pediatric population. […]