Eastern Hill Pediatrics Newsletter

August 9, 2010

Flu Vaccine

Filed under: Seasonal — EastHillsPeds @ 12:03 pm

Can you believe we’re talking about the flu.  We have received Flu Mist vaccine.  If your child is eligable to receive the Flu Mist vaccine you may schedule an appointment now.  Fluzone (injectable) vaccine is expected the end of August.  Watch for updates.

May 6, 2010

Allergies have you itchy, wheezy or sneezy?

Filed under: Seasonal — EastHillsPeds @ 10:52 am

We are seeing a lot of kids with a lot  of allergy symptoms.  Are you suffering too?  We’re here to help.  An office visit to discuss strategies to avoid and reduce allergy symptoms may make the itchy eyes, runny noses, coughs and wheezing not so bad.  Many allergy symptoms can be treated with a few home remedies and, if needed, some medicines to make your kids more comfortable.  Call for an appointment.

April 15, 2010

Welcome to “SINUS-Nation”

Filed under: Seasonal, Wellness — EastHillsPeds @ 11:10 am

Allergy season has hit the Cincinnati area with a vengeance. The pollen count has been off the charts this week. Normal levels are around 120-150, and this week it has been 3200-3800! This means red itchy, watery, swollen eyes, sneezing, sniffling, runny noses, nasal congestion, post-nasal drip, and sore throats. (more…)

October 13, 2009

Flu Information

Filed under: Seasonal, Wellness — EastHillsPeds @ 11:50 am

As you all know the flu is here.  So too are colds, bronchitis, strep, and the usual fall G.I. bugs that cause vomiting & diarrhea.  We are busy!!  We are trying very hard to see as many of our patients as possible.

Symptoms of the H1N1 flu are similar to those of seasonal flu.  We are being told that the only flu that is active just now is the H1N1 flu.  Symptoms include the following: Fever, Cough, Headache, Body aches, Runny Nose, Sore throat, and sometimes vomiting and diarrhea.  If your child has these symptoms they need to stay home until after they have been free of fever for 24 hours and they should avoid contact with other people.  (more…)

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