School Lunches: What can we do?
From the desk of Kim Gubbins, CPNPWe are three months into the new school year and do school lunches have you stressed, bored and lacking? Are your kids already complaining about the same old same old and wishing they could just eat hot lunch pizza everyday? So, let ’s get inspired and figure out fresh new lunch ideas.I know schools are working harder at feeding our children a healthier lunch, but let me honest, most school cafeterias are serving pizza, burgers and fried chicken patties on a daily basis. And with 17%-20% of children in the United States being obese, I feel that packing lunch is a significantly healthier ...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - November 17, 2017 Category: Pediatrics Tags: Food Allergies Healthy Habits Source Type: news
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Happy Veteran ' s Day to all who have served. You are our heroes and we thank you for your service. (Source: Pediatric Health Associates)
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - November 10, 2017 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: news
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Flu shots are now available. Call the office to schedule your appointment today!FHN (Family Health Network) is going out of business effective 12/31/2017. If you want to stay with our practice you will need to switch to Blue Cross Blue Shield Community Family Health Plan or Meridian Health Plan. Please scroll down to the October 20th blog article for more information. Thank you! (Source: Pediatric Health Associates)
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - October 27, 2017 Category: Pediatrics Tags: Insurance Benefits Vaccination Information Source Type: news
Are you prepared for an emergency?
Tara Doman, MDFrom the desk of Tara Doman, MDThis year, we have witnessed multiple disasters in the U.S, with floods, hurricanes and wildfires affecting large populations. Children are particularly vulnerable in natural disasters and emergencies, soevery family, no matter where you live, should be prepared. FEMA andReady.gov/kids have wonderful resources for parents and children to learn about disaster preparedness. The best way to start is to get everyone together for a family meeting in order to make a plan and put a kit together. It is a good idea to talk about a safe place to meet in case f...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - October 27, 2017 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: news
Attention FHN patients
FHN (Family Health Network) is going out of business effective 12/31/2017. If you wish to remain a patient with Pediatric Health Associates, you must enroll in either BCBS Community Family Health Plan or Meridian Health Plan and choose a Pediatric Health doctor as your PCP (primary care physician)We strongly recommend that you enroll within the next 2-3 weeks to avoid being auto-assigned by Medicaid to another insurance company not contracted with our group.PLEASE NOTE: Meridian is contracted with CDH hospitalBCBS is contracted with both CDH and Edward hospitals.Call Client Enrollment Services at1-877-912-88...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - October 20, 2017 Category: Pediatrics Tags: Changes at PHA Insurance Benefits Source Type: news
Attention FHN patients
Medicaid of Illinois has not renewed its contract with FHN (Family Health Network) for next year. If you wish to remain a patient with Pediatric Health Associates, you must enroll in either BCBS Community Family Health Plan or Meridian Health Plan and choose a Pediatric Health doctor as your PCP (primary care physician)We strongly recommend that you enroll within the next 2-3 weeks to avoid being auto-assigned by Medicaid to another insurance company not contracted with our group.PLEASE NOTE: Meridian is contracted with CDH hospitalBCBS is contracted with both CDH and Edward hospitals.Call Client Enrollment ...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - October 20, 2017 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: news
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From the desks of Katie Faragher and Nithya SunderKatie Faragher, CPNPNithya Sunder, MDHalloween is approaching and children are excitedly talking about their costumes and trick-or-treating plans. Below are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics that will help keep your child safe this Halloween.All Dressed Up: Make sure all costume components and accessories (wigs, capes, etc.) are flame resistant, with colors that are bright and reflective. Make sure shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame.Consider a...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - October 13, 2017 Category: Pediatrics Tags: Food Allergies Healthy Habits Safety Source Type: news
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Katie Faragher, CPNPFrom the desk of Katie Faragher, CPNPHalloween is approaching and children are excitedly talking about their costumes and trick-or-treating plans. Below are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics that will help keep your child safe this Halloween.All Dressed Up:Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame.Consider adding reflective tape to costumes and trick-or-treat bags for greater visibility.Masks can limit or block eyesight. Consider non-toxic makeup ...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - October 13, 2017 Category: Pediatrics Tags: Food Allergies Healthy Habits Safety Source Type: news
Flu Shots Now Available
We have received our supply of flu vaccine for both commercial and Medicaid insurance patients. Please call the office at 630.717.2300 to schedule your appointment. (Source: Pediatric Health Associates)
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - October 6, 2017 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: news
Behavior at School
Josie Dawe, CPNPFrom the Desk of Josie Dawe, CPNPBehavior Concerns in the Classroom?It is that time of year when parents are meeting with teachers to discuss children ' s classroom behaviors. Variation in normal behavior and true behavioral problems is not always clear because " normal " depends upon the child ' s level of development, which can vary greatly among children of the same age. Additionally, children have individual variation of temperament, development and behavior.When Should Parents Seek Help?Your child ' s behavior impacts their social life.It is important for kids to have positive social interactions. If b...
Source: Pediatric Health Associates - October 3, 2017 Category: Pediatrics Tags: Healthy Habits Source Type: news
