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Get Ahead of Flu Myths: 6 Facts You Should Know

Posted by Dignity Health Medical Group Staff on 10/9/23 4:00 PM

While people with mild flu cases may downplay the severity or mistake it for a cold, in some cases, the flu can be far more serious than the common cold. Both diseases are contagious and caused by viruses, but flu symptoms can be more intense and sudden, leading to more serious complications including pneumonia in some cases. 

Young children, older adults, and people with chronic conditions are most prone to complications from the flu. Below, Brian Nguyen, DO, a pediatrician with Dignity Health Woodland Clinic answers some common questions about flu season. 

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Pediatrician Answers Common Questions About the HPV Vaccine

Posted by Sarah Tyre on 8/31/23 8:52 AM

The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a very common virus that can cause cancer in both men and women. This includes cervical cancer, which more than 12,000 Americans are diagnosed with each year. 

Now, cervical cancer is highly preventable with the HPV vaccine and routine testing. Below, Brian Nguyen, DO, a pediatrician with Dignity Health Woodland Clinic answers common questions parents often have about the HPV vaccine.

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Back to School Health Checklist: Pediatrician Offers Tips for a Happy & Healthy Academic Year

Posted by Sarah Tyre on 8/11/23 3:19 PM

Whether you are preparing for your child’s very first day, or you’ve been through it before, the transition from summer vacation back to school can be tough!

To help parents plan, Erum Kazim, MD, a pediatrician with Dignity Health Medical Group — Merced offers tips to consider as part of the back to school preparation process — for a happy and healthy academic year.  

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Parents, Ask About Unlocked Firearms in the Home This Holiday Season

Posted by Sarah Tyre on 12/20/22 3:32 PM

The holidays are here, and to celebrate, many will be visiting homes of loved ones. Parents and guardians often have a list of questions they ask before their children visit other homes, whether about pets in the house, allergies, or internet supervision. Swapna Kudtarkar, MD, a pediatrician with Dignity Health Medical Group — Inland Empire, asks parents to add another question to their safety checklist: “Is there an unlocked gun in your home?”

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How Parents and Caregivers Can Address Pediatric Pandemic Anxiety

Posted by Dignity Health Medical Group Staff on 2/11/22 6:57 PM

Serving as a caregiver to a child is one of the most important, rewarding and difficult roles one can have. Being a caregiver during a pandemic has made the role even more challenging. It goes without saying that the past two years of the COVID-19 pandemic have also been challenging for children and teens, especially as they navigate normal developmental milestones on top of challenges that may have been present prior to the pandemic.

Stephanie Parmely, Ph.D, a psychologist with Dignity Health Mercy Medical Group, answers common questions about anxiety in children and teens. Dr. Parmely identifies signs to watch out for, and actions that parents, guardians and/or caregivers can take to address issues.

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