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Childhood Diabetes, Family History & Prevention in Sandy Springs

Childhood Diabetes, Family History & Prevention in Sandy Springs

November marks American Diabetes Month and National Family Health History Day — a timely reminder for parents in Sandy Springs, GA and the North Fulton/Metro Atlanta region to understand how diabetes can affect kids, how family health history matters, and how a pediatric practice in Sandy Springs can help. Both type 1 and type 2 […]

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Prematurity, Infant Development, and Early Medical Needs Understanding the Health Journey of Preterm Babies

Prematurity, Infant Development, and Early Medical Needs: Understanding the Health Journey of Preterm Babies

World Prematurity Day, recognized each November, brings attention to the unique journey of babies born before 37 weeks. About one in ten babies in the United States is born prematurely, and while prematurity can come with added medical considerations, it is important for parents to remember this: with attentive care, close monitoring, and early support,

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Children’s Lung Health, Secondhand Smoke, Asthma, and Pneumonia A Respiratory Health Guide for Families

Children’s Lung Health, Secondhand Smoke, Asthma, and Pneumonia: A Respiratory Health Guide for Families

November includes several health observances connected to lung health: Lung Cancer Awareness Month, COPD Awareness Month, and World Pneumonia Day. While lung cancer and COPD are adult diseases, the underlying risk factors and respiratory vulnerabilities begin much earlier than adulthood. For children, November is the perfect time for parents to learn how environmental exposures, chronic

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Childhood Diabetes, Family Health History, and Preventive Screening What Parents Should Know This November

Childhood Diabetes, Family Health History, and Preventive Screening: What Parents Should Know This November

November recognizes two important health observances that matter deeply in pediatrics: American Diabetes Month and National Family Health History Day. While diabetes is often considered an adult condition, both type 1 and type 2 diabetes affect children—and rates have increased over the past two decades. For parents, November is an opportunity to understand risk factors,

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Sweet Safety What Parents Should Know About Halloween Candy

Sweet Safety: What Parents Should Know About Halloween Candy

Halloween is one of the most exciting nights of the year for children—costumes, friends, and of course, mountains of candy. But with all that fun comes an important responsibility for parents: making sure those sweet treats are safe to eat. At Sandy Springs Pediatrics, we want families to enjoy the holiday with confidence. Here’s what

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Halloween 2025 Top Costume Trends for Kids—and How to Handle Tricky Choices

Halloween 2025: Top Costume Trends for Kids—and How to Handle Tricky Choices

Halloween is around the corner, and that means one big question for parents: What should the kids wear this year? Whether you’re costume shopping or crafting something DIY, trends are shifting fast—thanks to movies, pop culture, and creative social media inspiration. At Sandy Springs Pediatrics, we know parents want kids to have fun, express themselves,

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Health Literacy: Helping Families Make Sense of Health Information in the Digital Age

Health Literacy: Helping Families Make Sense of Health Information in the Digital Age

In today’s world, parents are bombarded with information about children’s health—from social media posts and podcasts to well-meaning advice in parenting groups. Unfortunately, not all information is accurate or evidence-based. That’s why October’s Health Literacy Month is such an important reminder: understanding how to find, evaluate, and use health information is one of the most

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month: How Parents Can Protect, Educate, and Heal

Every October, Domestic Violence Awareness Month reminds us that abuse is not only a private matter—it’s a public health issue that affects families, children, and communities. While we often think of domestic violence in adult relationships, research shows that children who witness or experience it are profoundly impacted—emotionally, mentally, and physically. At Sandy Springs Pediatrics,

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Down Syndrome Awareness Month: A Parent’s Guide to Hope, Strength & Possibility

Every October, Down Syndrome Awareness Month invites families, schools, and communities to pause, reflect, and uplift children and adults with Down syndrome—celebrating their unique abilities, affirming their worth, and equipping parents and caregivers with confidence for the journey ahead. If you’ve recently learned that your child has Down syndrome, that news may have left you

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