Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed each January to honor the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., a leader whose work helped…
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Sandy Springs Pediatrics Blog
Cervical Health Awareness Month: Why Prevention Starts Early and Matters in Pediatric Care
Cervical Health Awareness Month, observed each January, is dedicated to raising awareness about cervical cancer prevention through education, vaccination, and routine screening. Although cervical cancer…
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Understanding the New Pediatric Dietary Recommendations
Nutrition during infancy and childhood has lifelong implications for growth, development, and disease prevention. In response to a growing body of scientific evidence, the American…
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National Birth Defects Prevention Month: A Pediatric Guide for Parents
Each January, National Birth Defects Prevention Month highlights the importance of early education, preventive care, and ongoing support for children and families. From a pediatric…
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Traveling with little ones for the first time this holiday season: what parents should know about coughs and when to be concerned
Holiday travel often coincides with peak respiratory illness season. For parents traveling with infants or young children for the first time, it can be difficult…
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Self-schedule—Fast, Easy, Anytime
We’re always looking for ways to make your experience on our website more convenient. That’s why we’re excited to introduce a new feature—online appointment booking…
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Holiday gift safety: choosing age-appropriate toys and preventing foreign objects in the ears, nose, and throat
The holiday season brings celebrations, gatherings, and gift-giving for children of all ages. It is also a time when pediatric and emergency departments see an…
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities: why it is observed in December and why inclusive pediatric care matters
International Day of Persons with Disabilities is observed each year on December 3. The day was established by the United Nations to promote understanding of…
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National Influenza Vaccination Week: why flu vaccination still matters in December
National Influenza Vaccination Week is observed during the first full week of December each year. The purpose of this observance is to emphasize that influenza…
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