MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'About.com Pediatrics' source. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 15:02:09 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3361256&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F03%2F12%2Fspring-allergies-2.htm Even as we begin to move out of cold and flu season, many kids will continue to have a runny nose, as they now move into their spring allergy season. With the first day of spring, we may get warmer weather, spring showers, flowers, and more fun times outside for kids, but it also signals the start of spring allergy season. In addition to a runny nose and sneezing, your child with spring allergies may have watery, itchy eyes, dark circles under his eyes (allergic shiners), and an itchy nose. Learning more about allergies can help parents get their kids some much needed relief. Related: Allergy Screening Quiz Dog Allergies - Hypoallergenic Dogs Food Allergy Myths and Facts Allergy SymptomsSpring Allergies originally appeared on About.com Pediatrics on Friday, March 12th, 2010 at 12:03... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3361256 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3361256 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3352428&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F03%2F10%2Fbaby-sling-safety-reminder.htm Reports of deaths and serious injuries in a small number of infants using baby slings is likely going to prompt the Consumer Product Safety Commission to issue a new warning on the use of these popular baby products. While some people will likely take this warning as an overreaction, when you consider that few people would ever think their baby could be harmed in a baby sling carrier, an extra warning seems like a good idea, especially since these aren't the easiest baby products to learn to use. We bought and learned to use our first wrap style carrier from our lactation consultant, and I found that extra help made using it easier. Still, when our next baby came along, I had to go back and watch a video to relearn how to put it on and use it again before I felt comfortable with it. Like a... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3352428 Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3352428 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3340981&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F03%2F07%2Fis-it-too-late-to-get-a-flu-shot-3.htm With many families now thinking about spring break, the flu and flu shots are likely the last things that are on their minds anymore. Unfortunately, even with the low levels of flu activity that we have been seeing for the last few months, it is important to remember that flu season often extends into April or May. That could mean continued flu cases for a few more months or even the possibility of another wave of increased flu activity. So is it too late to get your kids vaccinated against the flu, which this year means getting both the 2009 H1N1 swine flu vaccine and a seasonal flu vaccine? Although ideally your kids would have gotten their flu shots before the start of flu season or as soon as they became available, a flu shot even now can provide protection until the end of flu season,... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3340981 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3340981 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3325254&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F03%2F02%2Fmilk.htm Whether it is an infant who is drinking breast milk or an iron fortified baby formula that is based on cow's milk or soy milk, a preschooler drinking chocolate milk, or a teenager drinking low fat milk, milk is an important part of child nutrition. After all, milk even has its own food group. In addition to providing children with a variety of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients to keep kids healthy, milk is especially important to help build and maintain strong bones. Do your kids drink enough milk? Related: Child Nutrition Chocolate Milk Organic Milk Raw Milk Milk Quiz Milk originally appeared on About.com Pediatrics on Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010 at 20:51:00.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3325254 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3325254 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3300329&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F02%2F23%2Fnew-choking-warnings.htm A new policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics, "Prevention of Choking in Children," has gotten little attention. That is surprising, since the policy statement is calling for warning labels on high risk choke foods and the "redesign" of foods to avoid shapes and textures that can increase a child's risk of choking. Do we really need new foods or just better education, so that parents are more aware of the risks of giving toddlers and preschoolers foods that they might choke on, such as hot dogs, peanuts, hard candy, and whole grapes? Although most parents know to cut up foods such as hot dogs and whole grapes, they often give young children other foods that are just as risky, such as chewing gum, popcorn, raw carrots, and apples, etc. Warning labels on more foods, and mayb... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3300329 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3300329 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3278133&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F02%2F16%2Fbooster-seat-reminder.htm Parents almost always know they need to put their newborn, infant, or toddler in an age-appropriate car seat, but sometimes get confused about when their kids are ready for regular seat belts and no longer need a car seat or booster seat. New car seat laws, some which require kids to be in a booster seat until they are eight years old, have been a good reminder for many parents that a booster seat is the safest way for kids ride in the car until they are ready for seat belts. It is even easier to remember that kids should be in a booster seat until they are 4'9" in height (57 inches). Related: Car Seats Car Seat Laws Registering a Car Seat Car Seat Quiz Booster Seat Reminder originally appeared on About.com Pediatrics on Tuesday, February 16th, 2010 at 19:51:20.Permalink | Comment | Email... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3278133 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3278133 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3252823&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F02%2F08%2F2010-childhood-immunization-schedule.htm Each year, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), together with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), publishes new recommendations for immunizations for children and teens. While there were some changes in the 2010 childhood immunization schedule, these changes likely won't mean any extra shots for most kids. Review the latest immunization schedule and make sure your kids' shots are up-to-date. Related: Combination Vaccines Cervarix Vaccine Preventable Illnesses 2010 Childhood Immunization Schedule originally appeared on About.com Pediatrics on Monday, February 8th, 2010 at 11:00:39.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3252823 Sat, 30 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3252823 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3224238&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F01%2F30%2Fchildrens-jewelry-recall.htm About 55,000 children's metal necklaces have been recalled by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and FAF Inc. because they contain high levels of cadmium, which "is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects." The recalled necklaces were made in China and sold at Walmart from November 2009 through January 2010 for $5 and include Disney "The Princess and the Frog" crown and frog pendants. The recalled necklaces can be returned to Walmart for a refund or replacement. Keep in mind that this type of inexpensive children's jewelry has long been a safety hazard to kids -- first from a risk of lead poisoning and now because of other toxic metals, including cadmium, antimony and barium. To keep kids safe, parents should avoid buying new cheap metal jewelry ... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3224238 Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3224238 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3206952&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F01%2F25%2Flimiting-screen-time.htm A report by the Kaiser Family Foundation has found that the average child in the United States between the ages of 8 and 18 years old spends just over 10 1/2 hours a day (10:45) using some type of entertainment media (screen time), including watching TV, listening to music, playing video games, and surfing the internet, etc. Although that clearly sounds like too much time using these devices, that is even easier to see when you consider that kids who are heavy users of these types of entertainment media are more likely to get poor grades, less likely to get along well with their parents, and are more likely to report being sad or unhappy. Learn what your kids should be doing instead of spending all of their time doing and how to start limiting screen time. Related: Free Play Exercise and... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3206952 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3206952 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3187507&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F01%2F19%2Ftylenol-recall-2.htm The recent recall of Tylenol didn't get as much coverage in the news as you might expect, likely because of all of the focus on the earthquake in Haiti. Unfortunately, that may mean that parents are unaware of the Tylenol recall and are still giving their kids unsafe products. Although originally limited to lots of Tylenol Arthritis Pain 100 count with EZ-OPEN CAP when the recall was first announced in December 2009, the recall has since been expanded to include certain lots of: Junior Strength Motrin IB Caplet 24 ct Junior Strength Motrin Grape Chewables Junior Strength Motrin Orange Chewables Children's Tylenol Bubble Gum Meltaway Tablets Children's Tylenol Grape Meltaways Tablets Benadryl Allergy Tablets Extra Strength Tylenol Caplets Extra Strength Tylenol Cool Caplets Extra Strength ... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3187507 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:04:53 +0100 3187507 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3191572&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F01%2F20%2Fgraco-stroller-recall.htm About 1.5 million Graco strollers have been recalled because the "hinges on the stroller's canopy pose a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is opening or closing the canopy." There have been at least seven reports of injuries with these Graco strollers, including five fingertip amputations and two fingertip lacerations. Parents who have one of the recalled Graco strollers, which include certain models of their Graco Passage, Alano and Spree Strollers and Travel Systems, should stop using it until they can get a free protective cover repair kit from Graco. Related: CPSC Recall Alert: Graco Recalls Strollers Baby Products Safety - Strollers Recalls and Alerts Graco Stroller Recall originally appeared on About.com Pediatrics on Wednesday, January 20th, ... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3191572 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3191572 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3187506&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F01%2F19%2Fcrib-recalls-2.htm About 635,000 cribs have been recalled by Dorel Asia SRL, of Barbados, and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission because their "drop side hardware can fail causing the drop side to detach from the crib." There have been at least 31 reports of drop side hardware breaking in these cribs, one incident which lead to the death of a six month old infant, and an additional 36 reports of slats breaking, which can also injure children. This crib recall affects a number of Dorel Asia cribs models, including fixed and convertible cribs, which were sold at K-Mart, Sears and Wal-Mart stores between January 2005 through December 2009 for between $120 and $700. Parents who have recalled cribs should stop using them until they fix them with a free repair kit from www.dorel-asia.com. In addition to t... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3187506 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3187506 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3181150&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F01%2F17%2Fcoping-with-a-tragedy-5.htm Whether it is a school shooting, natural disaster, such as an earthquake, tsunami or hurricane, or a terrorist bombing, special attention must be paid to our children to help them cope and understand what has happened. Viewing images of a natural disaster, such as the earthquake in Haiti, might be especially distressing for kids, as most of the news coverage of these events has included video and photos of dead bodies, lost children, and separated families. Review some tips to help your children cope with the tragedy in Haiti. Coping with a Tragedy originally appeared on About.com Pediatrics on Sunday, January 17th, 2010 at 15:58:08.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3181150 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3181150 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3161987&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F01%2F11%2Fnational-influenza-vaccination-week-2.htm With the continued decrease in flu activity across the United States, a lot of parents seem to think that flu season is over. It would be great if that were true, but unfortunately, a typical flu season can last until April or May. Even if we don't see another wave of H1N1 cases, as some experts predict, the CDC states that over the next few months, 'flu activity, caused by either 2009 H1N1 or seasonal flu viruses, may rise and fall.' That makes National Influenza Vaccination Week, which kicks off today, a great time to get your kids their seasonal flu and H1N1 swine flu vaccine. Remember that it is definitely not too late to get vaccinated against the flu, as we continue to see flu cases and flu vaccine is now in better supply. Related: CDC - National Influenza Vaccination Week Swine Flu... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3161987 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3161987 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3131935&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F12%2F30%2Fnew-years-resolutions.htm Most people make New Year's Resolutions and some people actually keep them. Although you can resolve to make changes in your life at any time, since many people see the coming New Year as a fresh start, it is a great time to make some changes that can help your family live happier, safer, and healthier lives. In addition to encouraging your kids to make New Year's Resolutions, this is a great time to consider some parenting resolutions too. Related: Best Foods for Kids Childhood Obesity Exercise and Fitness for Kids Child Safety New Year's Resolutions originally appeared on About.com Pediatrics on Wednesday, December 30th, 2009 at 11:04:47.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3131935 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3131935 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3119846&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F12%2F24%2Fsafe-toys-2.htm As kids begin to open their Christmas presents and play, it is important to make sure they have a happy and safe holiday with their new toys. Small parts, recalled toys, video games with inappropriate ratings (for example a Mature game for your pre-teen), etc., are all things to watch out for as your kids open their gifts. Also teach older children to keep their toys away from their younger brothers and sisters. A toy might be safe for safe for your 9 or 10 year old, but it could be a real safety hazard in the hands of a toddler. Related: Toy Safety Hidden Dangers and Child Safety Childproofing Recalls Choking and Choking Hazards Safe Toys originally appeared on About.com Pediatrics on Thursday, December 24th, 2009 at 11:56:30.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About.com Pediatrics... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3119846 Sat, 19 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3119846 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3091221&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F12%2F15%2Fblind-recall.htm We have heard warnings about window blinds since the 1990's. Since they are still hurting kids and have resulted in the deaths of at least 8 children since 2006, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the Window Covering Safety Council (WCSC) are now recalling all Roman shades and roll-up blinds. The recall includes shades and blinds sold at Walmart, J.C. Penny, Pottery Barn, and a number of other stores. This recall of millions of shades and blinds will hopefully allow these window coverings to become safer, since parents can now order a free repair kit from the Window Covering Safety Council. In addition to getting their free repair kit, the CPSC also recommends that parents: Examine all shades and blinds and make sure that no cords are accessible. Consider using cordles... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3091221 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:39:58 +0100 3091221 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3106163&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F12%2F19%2Fcar-seat-recall-4.htm About 447,000 infant car seats have been recalled by Dorel Juvenile Group Inc., the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) because they can pose a fall hazard when they are used as an infant carrier. Fortunately, they are still safe when used as an infant car seat, but should be fixed with a free repair kit before used as an infant carrier. At least three infants have been injured and there have been 77 reports of the handle coming off these car seats, which have been sold with a variety of brand names, including Safety 1st, Cosco, Eddie Bauer and Disney. . See the CPSC recall alert to see if your car seat was recalled and for instructions on how to get your free repair kit. Related: Car Seat Safety Car Seats Register... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3106163 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3106163 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3091220&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F12%2F15%2Fh1n1-recall.htm At first glance, news that 800,000 doses of the H1N1 vaccine were being recalled will likely get many parents worried. Is there something wrong with the vaccine? Will it make their kids sick? Fortunately, the H1N1 is still considered to a safe vaccine, but some lots are being recalled because routine stability testing has found that they aren't as potent as they are supposed to be. This includes four lots of Sanofi Pasteur's pediatric H1N1 vaccine in 0.25 mL pre-filled syringes. Since there are no concerns about the safety of the vaccine and many of the children who got the recalled vaccine will likely still need a second dose of H1N1 vaccine, this is one recall that parents don't need to be too concerned about. Even if a child got two doses of recalled vaccine, these recalled vaccines a... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3091220 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3091220 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3081382&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F12%2F11%2Fnational-hand-washing-awareness-week.htm December 6-12, 2009 is National Hand Washing Awareness Week and is a great time to learn more about the importance of proper hand washing. Proper hand washing is an easy way to stay healthy year-round, helping your kids avoid cold and flu viruses, bacteria that can cause food poisoning and other infections, and germs they can get from their pets or other sick kids. Review these hand washing steps with your kids to make sure they know how to wash their hands correctly. Related: How to Wash your Hands Properly Avoiding the Flu National Hand Washing Awareness Week National Hand Washing Awareness Week originally appeared on About.com Pediatrics on Friday, December 11th, 2009 at 14:23:16.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3081382 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3081382 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3069305&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F12%2F08%2Fanother-salmonella-outbreak.htm We have gotten used to blaming outbreaks of Salmonella and E. coli on contaminated foods, especially with the recent food poisoning outbreaks that were caused by contaminated peanut butter, pistachios, and ground beef, etc. A new Salmonella outbreak is a good reminder that it is not only foods that can make you sick with these bacterial infections. The CDC reports that the latest outbreak is likely linked to 'contact with water frogs including African Dwarf Frogs.' Since June 2009, 48 people have been gotten sick in 25 states, the majority of them being less then 10 years old. Although experts have long warned parents not to have frogs and turtles as pets if they have a child less then 5 years old in the home, this is a timely reminder for anyone considering a pet frog or turtle (or other ... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3069305 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3069305 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3046689&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F12%2F01%2Fintuniv.htm With all of the different ADHD medications that are now available, such as Ritalin, Adderall XR, Focalin XR, Concerta, Vyvanse, and Strattera, etc., it is getting easier to find the right medication for children that have ADHD, both to decrease their ADHD symptoms and to minimize any side effects they may have. Still, having another ADHD medication, such as Intuniv, a new non-stimulant treatment for ADHD, is welcome news for many parents and pediatricians. Related: ADHD Symptoms Vyvanse Concerta ADHD Medications Understanding ADHD Intuniv originally appeared on About.com Pediatrics on Tuesday, December 1st, 2009 at 20:23:51.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3046689 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3046689 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3021294&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F11%2F24%2Fswine-flu-news-2.htm Even as swine flu activity continue to decrease, which may indicate a peak in swine flu cases, it is important to remember that we are still seeing widespread flu activity in forty-three states. And with some experts predicting another wave of swine flu cases this winter, this decrease in swine flu cases doesn't mean that you shouldn't get your kids vaccinated against the flu, especially as the swine flu vaccine is just now becoming more available. Related: Swine Flu Vaccine Safety and Controversies Serious Swine Flu Symptoms Swine Flu Timeline Swine Flu News originally appeared on About.com Pediatrics on Tuesday, November 24th, 2009 at 00:03:41.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3021294 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3021294 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3016493&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F11%2F21%2Fcar-seat-safety-reminders.htm Car seat safety recommendations and car seat models have changed over the years, which makes it important for parents to keep up with all of the latest information on car seats to help keep their kids as safe as possible when riding in the car. For example, did you know that most experts recommend that: toddlers continue to ride rear-facing as long as possible and until they reach the height and weight limits of their car seat, which may be well after their first birthday and they reach 20 pounds older toddlers and preschoolers, even after they are 4 years old and forty pounds, continue to ride in a harnessed seat as long as possible if they have a car seat with a harness that has high weight and height limits, keeping in mind that many parents move their kids out of their harnessed car ... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3016493 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3016493 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2993253&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F11%2F14%2Fswine-flu-news.htm The CDC updated there estimates of H1N1 (swine flu) counts this week, now stating that there have likely been about 22 million cases of 2009 H1N1 since April 2009, about 98,000 H1N1-related hospitalizations, and about 3,900 2009 H1N1-related deaths, including about 540 deaths in children. We got some good news too though, as the CDC also reported that 'influenza activity decreased slightly,' although there is still widespread flu activity in forty-six states. Hopefully that means that swine flu activity will continue to decrease over the next few weeks, but that doesn't mean that we are out of the woods yet and that your kids don't need to get a swine flu vaccine. Many experts are still concerned that we could see another wave of swine flu cases later this winter, so getting a swine flu va... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2993253 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2993253 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2975874&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F11%2F09%2Fmaclaren-stroller-recall.htm Maclaren USA, Inc. and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission have announced the recall of about one million Maclaren strollers because the 'stroller's hinge mechanism poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is unfolding/opening the stroller.' There are reports of at least twelve fingertip amputations in these Maclaren single and double umbrella strollers that were sold nationwide from 1999 through November 2009 for between $100 and $360. Strollers involved in the Maclaren stroller recall have the word 'Maclaren' printed on the stroller, including the Volo, Triumph, Quest Sport, Quest Mod, Techno XT, TechnoXLR, Twin Triumph, Twin Techno and Easy Traveller Maclaren strollers. Consumers should stop using the recalled Maclaren strollers until th... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2975874 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2975874 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2953018&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F11%2F02%2Fbeef-recall.htm Fairbank Farms has voluntarily recalled about 545,699 pounds of fresh ground beef because it may be contaminated with the E.coli O157:H7 bacteria. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) and the CDC discovered the possible link while investigating a small cluster of E. coli infections which may have already sickened 28 people and caused at least one death. Recalled ground beef was sold at grocery stores in the northeast and mid-Atlantic states, including Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, New York, and Vermont, with a sell-by date from September 19 through 28, 2009. Although already past their expiration dates, consumers who have the recalled ground beef in their freezer should not eat it and can return it f... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2953018 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2953018 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2949488&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F11%2F01%2Fdaylight-saving-time-to-do-list.htm In addition to turning your clocks back one hour last night, some good things to do when daylight saving time changes can include: changing the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in addition to replacing the batteries, you should consider replacing smoke alarms that are more than ten years old and carbon monoxide detectors that are more than five years old cleaning out your medicine cabinet to get rid of expired and unused medicines And this can be a good time to make sure your kids are getting enough sleep, as the changes during daylight saving time can sometimes interfere with their sleep routines. Daylight Saving Time To Do List originally appeared on About.com Pediatrics on Sunday, November 1st, 2009 at 19:44:35.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: Abou... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2949488 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2949488 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2945805&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F10%2F31%2Fhalloween-safety-2.htm Halloween is always a fun holiday for kids. I still remember the year that I had to miss Halloween because I was sick with chickenpox, but hopefully too many kids don't miss out on the fun because of swine flu fears. Of course, kids who are actually sick with swine flu should stay home on Halloween so that they don't get other kids sick. Most others should be able to enjoy Halloween and trick-or-treating though. Keep these Halloween safety tips in mind, including that your kids: wear a safe costume go trick-or-treating with supervision in safe neighborhoods only eat Halloween candy that has been inspected by an adult to make sure it is safe don't overdo it with Halloween candy Related: Safety on Halloween Halloween Costume Safety Halloween Candy Leftover Halloween Candy Halloween Safet... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2945805 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2945805 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2941633&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F10%2F29%2Ftamiflu-shortages.htm There have been a lot of reports of Tamiflu shortages as swine flu cases continue to increase across the United States. It is important to remember that according to current CDC guidelines, Tamiflu is only recommended for high-risk patients with swine flu, including children under age two to four years, adults 65 and older, pregnant women, and people with chronic medical problems, such as asthma, diabetes, and problems with their immune system, etc. Early treatment with Tamiflu is also recommended for patients with severe symptoms and those requiring hospitalization. Most other healthy children and adults, especially if they have mild symptoms, don't need Tamiflu or Relenza, the other flu medication. In a media briefing today, Anne Schuchat, MD, the director of CDC's National Center for Im... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2941633 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2941633 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2929471&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F10%2F26%2Fswine-flu-emergency.htm There has been a lot of fear surrounding the swine flu pandemic this year. The declaration of a National Swine Flu Emergency by President Obama may increase fears for some parents, but it is important to realize that the move simply allows hospitals to better deal with the rising number of patients they are seeing, especially in their emergency rooms. Other parents have a greater fear that the swine flu vaccine may come too late, as we are already seeing widespread flu cases in most of the United States. It is important to keep in mind that some experts think that another wave of swine flu may come later this winter and so getting vaccinated next month, even if cases seem to have peaked, can still be a good idea. So get your kids vaccinated with a seasonal flu vaccine and the 2009 H1N1 swi... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2929471 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2929471 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2910747&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F10%2F20%2Fbaby-food-recall-2.htm Plum Organics has announced the recall of one batch of its 4.22 ounce Apple & Carrot Portable Pouch baby food because of possible contamination with the Clostridium botulinum bacteria that causes botulism. Affected baby food has been sold at Toys-R-Us and Babies-R-Us, has a best by date of May 21, 2010, and a UPC code of #890180001221. Although no illnesses have been reported, consumers who have the affected baby food should not use it. They can return it to Toys-R-Us and Babies-R-Us for a refund or can contact Plum Organics for more information. Related: Food Poisoning Food Poisoning Symptoms Infants, Honey and Botulism Baby Food Stages and Steps Infant Feeding Guidelines Baby Food Recall originally appeared on About.com Pediatrics on Tuesday, October 20th, 2009 at 10:27:00.Permal... About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2910747 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2910747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2892754&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F10%2F14%2Fglass-tables-a-hidden-danger.htm Consumer Reports magazine and an article in Pediatric Emergency Care first alerted parents to the dangers of glass-topped tables last March. They had found that there were almost 20,000 injuries... (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2892754 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2892754 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2878113&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F10%2F04%2Fasthma-action-plans.htm Since children with asthma can be at higher risk for complications if they get the flu, the CDC recommends that they make sure that they have an updated asthma action... (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2878113 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 15:13:18 +0100 2878113 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2878112&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F10%2F07%2Fswine-flu-vaccine-arrives.htm As swine flu cases continue to increase across the United States, many parents will be happy to hear that the first doses of the 2009 H1N1 swine flu vaccine are... (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2878112 Sat, 03 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2878112 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2878114&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F10%2F01%2Fflu-shot-delays-3.htm In a typical year, most pediatricians don't even start to give flu shots until mid-October. This year's early flu cases, brought on my the large number of swine flu infections,... (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2878114 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 20:15:47 +0100 2878114 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2878115&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F28%2Fsurviving-swine-flu.htm As widespread swine flu cases have spread to twenty-six states, more and more parents and pediatricians are having to care for kids with swine flu. Even more are worried that... (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2878115 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 21:58:15 +0100 2878115 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2878116&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F24%2Ftylenol-recall-2009-childrens-tylenol-recall.htm McNeil Consumer Healthcare, the makers of Tylenol, is voluntarily recalling certain lots of Children's and Infants' TYLENOL liquid products because 'one of the inactive ingredients did not meet internal testing... (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2878116 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 20:09:34 +0100 2878116 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2878117&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F22%2Fswine-flu-vaccine-safety-concerns-and-controversy.htm With H1N1 swine flu cases on the rise and the CDC reporting that twenty-one states are already seeing widespread cases of swine flu, the delivery of 2009 H1N1 swine flu... (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2878117 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 08:16:30 +0100 2878117 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2878118&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F15%2Fpreventing-rsv-2.htm Although most parents are thinking about flu shots and preventing the flu right now, there is another virus out there that parents of high risk children should start preparing for.... (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2878118 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:07:52 +0100 2878118 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2878119&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F10%2Fflu-confusion.htm With flu cases increasing as kids are going back to school, confusion about the flu is also on the rise. If you get the flu right now, is it swine flu... (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2878119 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:54:49 +0100 2878119 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2878120&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F09%2Fhead-lice-prevention-month-4.htm Although most parents are now worried about preventing swine flu, as kids go back to school it is also a good time to review some head lice prevention tips with... (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2878120 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 15:55:56 +0100 2878120 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2878121&cid=s_39034_33_f&fid=39034&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpediatrics.about.com%2Fb%2F2009%2F09%2F08%2Ffinding-swine-flu-shots.htm It is a little too early to actually go out and get your kids a swine flu shot right now, but it is time for pediatricians and other health care... (Source: About.com Pediatrics) About.com Pediatrics consumer http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2878121 Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:35:01 +0100 2878121