News & Updates
Earlier this week the CDC gave Pfizer’s COVID vaccine the final approval for children ages 5-11. We are working with Chesprocott Health District to help vaccinate our patients 5-11 at Doolittle Elementary School in Cheshire. An appointment can be made online at the...
While many people view influenza as “just the flu”, doctors have a different perspective. We have seen the harm influenza can cause, especially in vulnerable children. But even healthy children are at risk. For example, staphylococcus (“staph”, a dangerous group of...
Pediatric Associates of Cheshire follows the CDC’s vaccine schedule The Center for Disease Control (CDC) publishes a vaccine schedule for infants, children, and adolescents. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends following this vaccine schedule,...
We were recently informed that the FDA has announced a recall of several Leadcare II tests going back to last October. We use the Leadcare II test in our office to screen children for elevated lead levels at their 1 year and 2-year well-child exams. The FDA is...
We're very excited about our new website. While one of the perks was that we all got new pictures to share, the best part is what this website will enable us to do for our existing and new patients. For instance, if you are looking for a 10th grade Connecticut Public...
Three COVID-19 vaccines are approved for EUA COVID-19 vaccines have been a hot topic since the vaccine program began. There are currently 3 COVID-19 vaccines with Emergency Use Authorization status in the United States: Pfizer-BioNTech Moderna Janssen/J&J An...
The lifestyle decisions we make day to day are the most important determinants of our physical and mental health. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends school-aged children and adolescents follow a few simple steps for healthy living. You can remember...