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Injuries, First Aid and Safety

01 Jun

Snake Safety

  • By Dr. Tanya
  • In Injuries, First Aid and Safety
As a pediatrician, I have not seen a lot of snake bites.  Unfortunately, a recent experience taught me more than I ever needed or wanted to know. A good friend (and very brave patient) was recently bitten by a rattlesnake
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13 Mar

The Importance of Vaccines – A Minute for Kids

  • By Dr. Tanya
  • In Injuries, First Aid and Safety, Medical Information
Part of raising a child is bringing them for their routine check-ups at the pediatrician. There are specific appointments when the pediatrician will administer the child’s immunizations. These immunizations protect children from diseases. Many parents still won’t vaccinate their children.
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18 Jul

How to Treat Itchy Bug Bites

  • By Dr. Tanya
  • In Injuries, First Aid and Safety
Every summer my son gets insect bites that swell and itch horribly.  How can I prevent them and what can I do to treat them? Bugs love feasting on summer nights and some kids seem to be sweeter targets.
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17 Jul

How To Determine When To Take a Trip To The ER

  • By Dr. Tanya
  • In Activities and Playtime, Injuries, First Aid and Safety
My son slipped while running in the yard and hit his head.  What should I do?  Do I need to take him to the Emergency Room? Head injuries are common and most minor falls do not result in serious
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16 Jul

Summertime Injuries – When to Call Your Pediatrician

  • By Dr. Tanya
  • In Injuries, First Aid and Safety
My daughter fell, scraped her knee and cut her chin.  Can I treat this at home?  How do I know if she needs stitches? Minor cuts and scrapes are par for the course when running outside. It’s usually
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15 Jul

I Use Sunscreen And My Kids Still Get Sunburned

  • By Dr. Tanya
  • In Activities and Playtime, Injuries, First Aid and Safety
Even though I use sunscreen on my children, they still sometimes get sunburned.  What should I do? The best treatment for a sun burn is prevention. As much as possible, stay in the shade and avoid sun exposure during peak
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03 Jul

Wishing You a Happy and Safe 4th of July

  • By Dr. Tanya
  • In Injuries, First Aid and Safety
I hope you and your family have a Happy 4th of July.  My boys are looking forward to a spectacular firework show at our local high school.  Since I’m on call this holiday weekend, I’d like to take a minute
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08 Jun

Keeping Kids Safe This Summer – KTLA

  • By Dr. Tanya
  • In Activities and Playtime, Injuries, First Aid and Safety, Media
It’s summertime again! Watch Dr. Tanya’s segment on KTLA about keeping your kids safe this summer in the sun, near the pool and from bug bites.
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07 Jun

Beat The Summertime Bug Bites

  • By Dr. Tanya
  • In Activities and Playtime, Injuries, First Aid and Safety
Warm weather is here and that means…bugs. I seem to always get eaten alive on summer evenings when mosquitoes are out.  Although many insect bites are just annoying, some can be more serious and even cause dangerous disease.  Read my
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06 Jun

Swim Lessons

  • By Dr. Tanya
  • In Activities and Playtime, Injuries, First Aid and Safety
It’s summertime!  If you haven’t already looked into swim lessons, it’s time to check with your local American Red Cross, YMCA or community center to find swim lessons that are appropriate for your child.  It’s a life saving investment! Last
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