Advice: 2.5 years

Nutrition It’s normal at this age for kids to eat very different amounts at each meal- you do not need to ever “force feed” them. Encourage 5 servings of REAL…

Measles in the news

Measles in the News By: Joseph Mechak, MD Measles has been all over the news over the past few weeks. Outbreaks in Texas and other states have raised alarms across…

The Never-ending Flu season

Will this flu season ever end? By: Joseph Mechak, MD The 2025 flu-season is off to a ferocious start.  Flu cases and flu hospitalizations are surging in our area and…

Beyfortus for RSV protection is now available!

By Dr. Joseph Mechak   A new preventative medication for RSV!  Last year we gained a fantastic new tool that helps prevent hospitalizations and deaths related to the Respiratory Syncytial…

Advice: Wheezing

Wheezing Wheezing basics Wheezing is a specific sound in the lungs that is only heard with a stethoscope. Wheezing is caused by turbulent, restricted air movement in the small airways…

What is Parvo B19 & Why is it in the News?

By Leslie Gallon, NP   Parvovirus B19 Awareness: Signs, Symptoms, and Supportive Care School is back in session and with that comes new friends, new experiences, and unfortunately exposure to…

Beat the Back-to-School Blues!

By: Joseph Mechak, MD   School is right around the corner! For some kids, this is a welcome transition but for many it can be a challenge or a harsh…