2014 - Utah Valley Pediatrics

Pneumococcal vaccine reduces serious superbug infections December 29, 2014

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The pneumococcal vaccine is linked with a 62 percent decrease in antibiotic-resistant cases of pneumococcal infections.
This vaccine is an important step in preventing the spread of antibiotic-resistant superbugs.
The pneumococcal vaccine is recommended for children under five years old, adults 65 or older, or people with health conditions that put them at a higher risk.

Posted in Immunizations, Pediatric Articles | Tagged Pneumonia, superbugs, vaccines, winter

Spanking doesn’t work; here’s what does December 22, 2014

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Learning more effective and less risky forms of discipline ahead of time can help you avoid spanking.
Clearly establishing reasonable expectations and making it fun to be good can help prevent bad behavior.
Discipline works best when everybody is calm and thinking clearly: taking some time to calm down can help everybody clear their head.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged discipline, early childhood, motivation, parenting, rewards, spanking, tantrums, toddlers

No Bake Snowballs December 15, 2014

These No Bake Snowballs are healthy and a great treat when you are too busy to do any holiday baking. If you are looking for cookies to leave for Santa, we’ve heard that these are some of his favorites. Ingredients 1 cup granola 1/2 cup peanut butter 3 tablespoons honey 1/2 cup crispy rice cereal … Continue reading “No Bake Snowballs”

Posted in Healthy Recipes | Tagged cooking, recipes

How to tell if it is strep throat or a sore throat December 8, 2014

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Most sore throats are part of a viral cold, but strep throat is caused by bacteria.
Sore throats caused by strep last longer and aren’t accompanied by other cold symptoms.
Most colds can be treated at home, but strep throat will need to be treated by your pediatrician.

Posted in Cold and Flu Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged antibiotics, ear nose & throat, strep

Ask the Doctor: What is croup? December 1, 2014

Question: What is croup? Answer: We have found that many parents are confused about croup. Croup is a viral illness caused by many of the same viruses that cause the common cold; including parainfluenza viruses, RSV, and adenovirus, among others. Even influenza or “the flu” can cause croup. The key difference is where the infection … Continue reading “Ask the Doctor: What is croup?”

Posted in Cold and Flu Tips, Fall/Winter Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged coughing, croup, winter

Christmas trees can wreck havoc for allergy sufferers November 24, 2014

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Having a live Christmas tree in your house can increase the mold count in your home by 10 times the normal levels.
If you experience allergy symptoms after bringing home your Christmas tree, you may want to replace your tree with an artificial one.
Before setting up artificial or live trees in the house, take them outside to give them a good spray down with the hose and shake them out.

Posted in Fall/Winter Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged allergies, holidays, winter

Study shows that cool kids struggle later November 17, 2014

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Teens in their early adolescence who are hyper-focused on being cool are more likely to have problems with substance abuse, criminal behavior, and managing social relationships.
Parents need to help support age-appropriate activities and not worry if their child isn’t popular.
In early adolescence, behaviors that once made teens appear cool and mature to their peers actually stunts their social and emotional growth.

Posted in Pediatric Articles, Teens | Tagged teens, tweens

Toddlers at the table: making holiday meals less stressful November 10, 2014

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Pack some healthy snacks to help ward off hunger and to distract picky kids.
Feel free to relax your vegetable and “clear your plate” rules.
Tag teaming with somebody else will help you find some time to enjoy your meal too.

Posted in Fall/Winter Tips, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged early childhood, holidays, parenting, toddlers

E-cigarette use among Utah teens triples in only two years November 3, 2014

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E-cigarettes simulate smoking by turning a liquid into vapor that is then inhaled.
Although e-cigarettes are marketed as a safe-alternative to smoking, there are no long-term studies on their use and many preliminary studies have shown that they can carry a high level of toxins.
A lack of regulation has made e-cigarettes easy for teens to get a hold of, putting them at risk for a dangerous and hard to kick nicotine habit.

Posted in Pediatric Articles, Teens | Tagged smoking, teens, tobacco

Whole Wheat Pumpkin Muffin Recipe October 27, 2014

Nothing says fall like the smell of pumpkin baking in the oven! These little muffins are perfect for breakfast or an after-school snack. Plus pumpkins are loaded with fiber, vitamin A and E, and iron. Ingredients 2 cups pureed or canned pumpkin 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup oil (canola or vegetable) 1/3 cup unsweetened … Continue reading “Whole Wheat Pumpkin Muffin Recipe”

Posted in Healthy Recipes | Tagged breakfasts, healthy eating, recipes

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