Practice News

February 15, 2026
Seeing that high number on the thermometer is tough! 🌡️ A fever (over 100.4 degrees F) is just your child’s defense mechanism kicking in. Treat it with an over-the-counter fever-reducing medicine and remember this golden rule: They must be fever-free for 24 hours without medication before returning to school or daycare. 🏡 Let's keep everyone healthy! https://spediatrics.com/is-your-child-sick/Fever #TemperatureCheck #Fever #KidsHealth #ParentTips

January 8, 2026
Protecting all children is our priority! 🩺 We follow the American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines to keep your child safe and healthy. 👶 Keeping your child on schedule is easy—just check our comprehensive vaccination guide! ✅ https://spediatrics.com/Resources/Medical-Library/Immunizations #VaccinateYourChild #VaccinesWork

January 8, 2026
Your hands can spread germs. Hands contain beneficial bacteria that your body needs to stay healthy. Hands can also carry harmful germs that make you sick. Alcohol-based hand sanitizer kills the most harmful germs that cause illness. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers kill the good and bad germs, but the good germs quickly come back on your hands. Alcohol-based hand sanitizer does not create antimicrobial-resistant germs. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers kill germs quickly and in a different way than antibiotics. Using alcohol-based hand sanitizers to clean your hands does not cause antimicrobial resistance.

December 12, 2025
AI chatbots are increasingly appearing in children's games and apps, but are they safe? While they can be fun, they may also share misinformation, expose children to inappropriate content, or blur the line between technology and real-life relationships. 📱 Parents—stay in the know! Talk with your child, set boundaries, and monitor use to keep digital interactions smart and safe. Click on the link below to read an article about this issue: Are AI Chatbots Safe for Kids?
