In Utah, kindergarteners and 7th graders have to be up to date on their immunizations before they can start school. If your child is not up to date, avoid the rush by scheduling an appointment now. To attend kindergarten, a student must have written proof of receiving the following immunizations: 5 DTaP/DT 4 Polio (3 … Continue reading “Kindergartners and 7th Graders Must be Up to Date on Vaccines”
Article at a glance: Brushing your teeth and flossing regularly will help prevent bad breath. Parents with good oral hygiene set a great example for their children. Smoking and coffee can cause bad breath. Keep an oral hygiene kit with you when you are away from home. With so many products on the market today … Continue reading “Healthy Gums Equal Fresh Breath”
Article at a glance: Leaving your child alone in the car is a misdemeanor punishable by a $750 fine and up to 90 days in jail. On a hot day, leaving your child alone in a car for even a few minutes can cause heat stroke. Leaving your child alone in the car is not … Continue reading “Leaving a Child Unattended in a Car is Illegal”
This summer, Dr. Frances Liu will be joining our Provo North University Office. She specializes in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with a special interest in breastfeeding, obesity, and nutrition. She loves to cook, and enjoys running, playing tennis, hiking, and listening to music. Dr. Liu is relocating from New York where she … Continue reading “Dr. Frances Liu Joins Provo North University Office”
Article at a Glance • Things like playing, cutting back on TV, reading, talking with your child, and finding a good preschool can help improve your child’s intelligence. • Reading to your child 20 minutes a day can put them as much as a year ahead academically by the time they reach age 15. • … Continue reading “Who knew that raising a smart kid could be so much fun?”