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Blog Updates - Pediatric Medicine

Health and Wellness, Pediatric Medicine
Blog Updates
Ready to Get Back on the Field? How to Safely Play Sports This Spring

COVID-19 precautions are just one way to stay safer on the field. Don’t forget to do this, too.

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Health and Wellness, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Medicine
Blog Updates
Tips for Parents to Help Pandemic-Stressed Kids

Adults aren’t the only ones feeling sad and anxious these days. Here’s how to help kids cope.

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Health and Wellness, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Medicine
Blog Updates
Urgent Care or ER? How to Decide

This list of symptoms will help you determine when it’s best to go to urgent care or the ER.

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Diseases and Conditions, Immunizations and Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Pediatric Medicine
Blog Updates
Why Your Kids Are Still at Risk for HIV

Here’s why teens and young adults should take steps to protect themselves from HIV.

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Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, Bariatric / Weight Loss Surgery, Dermatology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Pediatric Medicine, Rheumatology, Sleep Medicine, Urology
Blog Updates
2020 Castle Connolly Top Doctors

The results for the 2020 Castle Connolly Top Doctors’ are in!

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Otolaryngology (ENT), Pediatric Medicine
Blog Updates
The Most Common ENT Problems in Kids

Here are tips for treating these common ear, nose and throat issues in children.

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Health and Wellness, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Medicine, Women's Wellness
Blog Updates
Does Everyone Need this Vitamin?

Folic acid is important for pregnancy. But here’s why everyone can benefit from this vitamin.

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Caring For Our Community, Pediatric Medicine
In The News
The Louisiana Public Broadcasting “One to Grow On” Initiative

Check out Dr. Jamar Melton, 12/23 at 7PM on LPB and WLAE-TV discussing “Children’s Health Matters” with other medical professionals around our community!

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Pediatric Medicine
Blog Updates
Infographic: 6 Top Toy Safety Tips

Shop smart this holiday season with these tips for safer gift giving. Before you head to the store to stock up on toys for all the kids on your list…

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Caring For Our Community, Health and Wellness, Pediatric Medicine, Safety and Injury Prevention
Blog Updates
6 Spooky Ways to Celebrate Halloween This Year

No need to skip the holiday fun due to the pandemic with these creative ideas.

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