Latest Bug Going Around...
386Parents: The first thing we want to do is call the Dr's. office and ask if their symptoms is what's going around? We are letting you know what the Dr's. office is seeing the most of. In ANY case, if your child's symptoms are at question, seek the advise of your Medical Professional and in ANY Emergency seek Emergency Care.
Dr. Sahai's... Friday Update:
"Stomache virus is now amoung us. Alot of upper respiratory infections are going around. Be aware for infants of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), as well, so are colds and flus. Allergies to our recent fires can be confusing symptoms. You will want to check with your pediatrician about your child's symptoms. It is great to cough or sneeze into your sleeve/elbow, but remember, now your sleeve is contaminated. It is important to wash your hands frequently and use hand sanitizers to stop cross contamination." Dr. Sahai: also recommends, that "every child ages 11 and up should get the Meningococcal vaccine to protect against bacterial Meningitis." Questions for Dr. Sahai's office: Sahai Pediatrics: 750 W. Granada Blvd. Ormond Beach, 386-677-0780
Swine Flu- H1N1 Virus Info. Can be found at the CDC website: www.CDC.gov
Volusia County Schools: Children ages 11 to 18 are required to have a TDAP vaccine, so they can enter school. Volusia County Schools are not allowing children to start school without this vaccine. You can get the
information about this vaccine on the CDC website: www.CDC.gov or www.kidshealth.org
How can I tell if I have a cold or the flu? Although the common cold and the flu share many similar symptoms, they display two different conditions.
Flu symptoms are quite similar to cold symptoms. It's often hard to tell the difference, but there is one clue about flu that can help you know. When you have the flu, you feel flu symptoms much sooner and they come on with much greater intensity.
386Parents: Being a parent who gets it, practices and teaches common sense practices. Cough into your elbows and sneezing down into your shirt instead of into a crowd or on your hands. To take minor steps can reduce transmissions. Disclaimer: This site is informational only and is not in any way medical advise. Seek the advise from your own Medical Professional.
