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My Kid Ate a Bug!

Posted on August 31, 2016 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

I’ve been a spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatrics since 2003, and I get calls and emails from reporters all the time, and this was a fun one to do. My Kid Ate a Bug Should I Freak Out? … Continue reading →

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Zika Virus

Posted on January 28, 2016 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

The CDC has issued travel advisories for couples planning on starting or adding to their families and for pregnant women. The Zika virus has been linked to infections and birth defects. Women who are pregnant or may be pregnant should … Continue reading →

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