Every June, Pride Month honors the LGBTQ+ community by promoting awareness, acceptance, and equality. While much of the focus often centers on adults, it’s equally…
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Sandy Springs Pediatrics Blog
Talking to Kids About Mental Health During the Summer
Why Summer Can Be a Sensitive Time for Emotional Well-Being For many children, summer break is a time for sunshine, swimming, and sleeping in. But…
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Measles on the Rise: Why Vaccination Matters More Than Ever in Pediatrics
September 2025 Measles Exposure: Full List of Location Exposures and Times – In recent years, the resurgence of measles has become an alarming reality in…
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Pediatric Infectious Disease: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How We Lead the Way
Infectious diseases are illnesses caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites. These diseases can be passed from person to person, transmitted through insect bites, or…
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Nurturing Confidence: Supporting Your Shy Child’s Social Development
Shyness is a common trait among children, often starting between the ages of 6 and 8. While some children naturally feel hesitant in new social…
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Memorial Day Reflections: Honoring Our Veterans and Supporting the Children They Raise
At our pediatric practice, Memorial Day is more than just the start of summer—it’s a time to honor those who served, especially the families and…
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What Parents New to Atlanta Should Know About Poison Ivy: Identification, Treatment, and When to Call Your Pediatrician
If you’ve recently moved to the Atlanta, Georgia area from a region where poison ivy wasn’t a concern, welcome to the Southeast—and to one of…
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Ticks and Pediatric Health in Atlanta, GA: What Parents Need to Know
Ticks are small, blood-feeding arachnids that thrive in Georgia’s warm, humid climate. In the Atlanta area, tick activity is a year-round concern, with peak seasons…
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From Toddler Tantrums to Teen Anxiety — Understanding Pediatric Mental Health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a critical reminder that emotional well-being is just as important as physical health – starting in childhood. Mental health…
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