FLU 2019!

Flu season is just around the corner. Take time to read these important tips on how to protect your family against flu this season. What are everyday preventive actions? • Try to avoid close contact with sick people. • The first and most important step is to get a flu vaccine each year • If […]

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Snake!

Snake Bites ​The United States has 120 species of snakes. Only 20 are poisonous. Almost every state has at least one species of poisonous snake. The only states that don’t are Maine, Hawaii, and Alaska. In some areas, snakes may invade playgrounds after heavy rains. Flooding of snake burrows makes snakes look for drier ground. […]

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Summer Sun Safety Tips

Beat the Heat this summer with these helpful Summer Sun Safety Tips: Infants and children up to 4 years of age are at greatest risk for heat related illness. The best defense is prevention: NEVER leave infants or children in a parked car. Dress infants and children in loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Schedule outdoor activities carefully, […]

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Potential Measles Outbreak in Alabama

We at Pathway Pediatrics are committed to providing the most up-to-date information and best practices concerning the health and safety of our patients and families. The Alabama Department of Public Health has issued information regarding the potential for an outbreak of measles in the state of Alabama. As of 4/25/19, there have been no confirmed […]

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Medical Home

At Pathway Pediatrics we strive to create a “Medical Home” for our patients and their families. The concept of a medical home was initiated by the American Academy of Pediatrics in the 1960s. As technology has evolved, organizations that look at the quality of medical care have begun to further define what constitutes a medical […]

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Cough, runny nose & the common cold

What causes cough, runny nose, and other symptoms of the common cold? — These symptoms are usually caused by a viral infection. Lots of viruses can take hold inside your nose, mouth, throat, or lungs, and cause cold symptoms. Most people get over a cold without lasting problems. Even so, having a cold can be […]

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