Category Archives: Safety

Mask Up to Move On

Posted on March 19, 2021 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Calvin says, wear your mask! As families venture out more and things open up, it’s important that children wear masks. Here are some resources for introducing (or reintroducing) masks. Face Masks for Children from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Tips … Continue reading →

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COVID19 Vaccination December 2020

Posted on December 15, 2020 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

The news that an immunization for COVID19 has been approved by the FDA under an Emergency Use Authorization (EAU), is encouraging! Other vaccines will likely follow, and the American Academy of Pediatrics has urged researchers to include the pediatric population … Continue reading →

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Open through December Stay at Home Order 2020

Posted on December 5, 2020 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

We are open for all your sick and well care needs in-office, in our satellite area outside, and via telemedicine. COVID19 testing available with rapid antigen in-office and send-out lab PCR tests. We have access to full PPE and a … Continue reading →

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Are You Ready for Things to Open Up Again?

Posted on May 27, 2020 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

I’m sharing this post from a Texas pediatrician for those of you thinking about return to work, school, daycare, preschool, school, and activities. It’s a good read. Are You Ready for Things to Open Up Again?by Dr. Iannelli.

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Well Care Telemedicine MediCal

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Welcome to Telemedicine Well Care! Before your visit, print out the form that matches your child’s age form the list below. For example, if your child is 9 months old, select the 9 Month Wellness link. These are the same … Continue reading →

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Don’t bring home an itchy souvenir!

Posted on March 26, 2020 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Planning a hike or just enjoying open space near by? Poison oak is out there, and it’s harder to recognize before it’s fully leafed out. Read what to do before and after in a vintage blog post here and here.

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Community Love in the Time of COVID19

Posted on March 15, 2020 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Dear Families, School closings, containment zones and quarantines are ramping up Coronavirus anxiety for all of us, from the youngest, who respond to our stress, to the elderly, who are most affected, to those of us in the middle, who … Continue reading →

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Early Bird Drop-Ins: SUSPENDED

Posted on March 14, 2020 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Your family’s health is our primary concern, and for that reason we are suspending our early bird drop-in appointments due to the COVID19 pandemic. This will allow us to coordinate care for sick children and continue to provide necessary wellness … Continue reading →

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Happy Holidays

Posted on December 3, 2019 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

The American Academy of Pediatrics Celebrates the Holidays with 12 Tips to Keep Families Joyful This Season No one wants to spend the holidays in a crabby mood – or in an emergency room. Pediatricians have you covered with some … Continue reading →

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Baby-Safe

Posted on August 4, 2019 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

The AAP July 2019 Buyers, be aware of baby safety Social media sites such as Etsy and Pinterest have made it easier for small businesses to sell their work. The American Academy of Pediatrics urges parents to keep safety in … Continue reading →

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