2017 Archives
2/2017
2015 Archives
7/2015
Summer Safety Tips: Staying Safe Outdoors
- Keep your family safe this summer by following
- from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Also see
Summer Safety Tips: Sun and Water Safety
- for more information.
4/2015
April is Autism Awareness Month
- Visit
- to learn more about recognition, screening, and treatment of autism spectrum disorders.
2/2015
Measles Outbreak: Latest Information
- The American Academy of Pediatrics has released a new statement directly urging parents to vaccinate their children. Read the statement
- . To help parents, the AAP has also assembled the following resources:
HealthyChildren.org: How to Protect Your Children During a Measles Outbreak
Healthy Children Radio: Interview with COID member Dr. Kathryn Edwards
News release: AAP urges parents to vaccinate children to protect against measles
2014 Archives
12/2014
Despite Recommendations, One-Half of U.S. Infants Sleep in “Potentially Hazardous” Bedding
- Follow
- to learn more.
- For information on safe sleep habits, please visit
A Parent’s Guide to Safe Sleep
- , provided by
10/2014
Enterovirus D68 Latest Information
- Please visit the following links for the most up to date and accurate information from the Centers for Disease Control and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
9/2014
Let’s Not Talk About Sex
- Check out
- featured in the NY Times about the HPV vaccine. It may change your opinion about getting your child vaccinated.
6/2014
Do Teething Babies Need Medicine on their Gums? No
- The FDA warned against using topical anesthetics like lidocaine and benzocaine for teething babies’ gums, saying it can cause death or serious injury in infants and toddlers. Learn more from the FDA’s
- .
6/2014
Sun Safety Tips
- Learn the best way to protect your child in the sun. Click here for details.
5/2014
It is National Infant Immunization Week
4/2014
April is Autism Awareness Month
- Visit
- to learn more about recognition, screening, and treatment of autism spectrum disorders.
1/2014
Caramel Color in Foods
- Recent concerns were raised by a
- about 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), a chemical that may be in some artificial caramel coloring. Click
- to learn more about this topic from healthychildren.org.
2013 Archives
12/2013
Think Toy Safety
- Click
- to learn how to protect your child from unsafe toys. For further information on holiday safety, visit the
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
- website.
10/2013
Flu Prevention 101
- The Flu season is fast approaching and the time to get vaccinated is now!
Click below to learn more about available Flu vaccines
9/2013
The Affordable Care Act
- Enrollment for new coverage begins October 1st. Click
- to find out what your family needs to know.
- You can also visit the CT Health Insurance Marketplace at
- to learn more.
8/2013
August is National Immunization Awareness Month
- Click
- to explore the various resources from
8/2013
Healthy Tips for College Freshman
- Get helpful tips
- for parents and students.
7/2013
Car Seat Guide for Parents
- Click
- for information on proper car seat use and visit
- for CT car seat laws.
6/2013
Summer Safety
- Click
- to learn about bicycle safety, insect repellents, lawn mower safety and more.
6/2013
Sun Safety Tips
- Learn the best way to protect your child in the sun. Click
- for details.
5/2013
New Acne Guidelines Endorsed by the American Academy of Pediatrics
- With new standardized guidelines for acne treatment, pediatricians can more effectively and consistently manage childhood acne. Learn more by clicking
- .
4/2013
The “Cinnamon Challenge”
- Do you know what this is? Chances are your kids do. Click
- to learn what parents should know about this dangerous fad.
4/2013
Not All Reflux in Infants is Disease, According to the American Academy of Pediatrics
- Click
- to learn the difference between gastroesophageal reflux (GER) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and how they are managed differently.
4/2013
April is Autism Awareness Month
- Visit
- to learn more about recognition, screening, and treatment of autism spectrum disorders.
3/2013
Lactose Intolerance in Children
- Learn the signs and symptoms and what you can do to help. Click
- for more information.
2/2013
Updated Guidelines for Treating Ear Infections
- The American Academy of Pediatrics released new recommendations to pediatricians for managing ear infections. Find out more
- .
1/2013
Winter Safety
- Stay safe this winter while enjoying the snow. Click
- to learn how.
2012 Archives
12/2012
Holiday Safety Tips
- Click
- for simple tips from
- to keep your family safe and healthy this holiday season
11/2012
Healthy Active Living for Families
- Help your child stay at a healthy weight for life. Click
- to find out how.
10/2012
Flu Season has Begun
Its Time to Get Vaccinated!
- Find out
- at
9/2012
Arsenic in Rice
- Recent reports from the FDA and Consumer Reports were published on September 19th concerning levels of arsenic found in various rice products. Follow the links below for the latest information and recommendations.
FDA Information
Arsenic Q&A
Arsenic in Rice
healthychildren.org
Arsenic in Rice
9/2012
Car Seat Guide
- Click
- to learn how to choose the right car seat for your child.
9/2012
West Nile Virus
- Click
- to learn more about this virus and how to prevent it.
8/2012
Sun Safety Tips
- Learn the best way to protect your child in the sun. Click
- for details.
8/2012
August is National Immunization Awareness
- Click
- for more details from