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Can you treat a cold?
posted: Jan. 25, 2020.
(This post was written by John Snyder, MD and is reprinted from the blog sciencebasedmedicine.org) Every drug store has row upon row of medicines designed to treat or prevent an acute Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health -
Treating Your Child's Ear Infection
posted: Jan. 03, 2020.
An ear infection is one of the most common infections that children have to deal with. In fact, most children will experience at least one ear infection by the time Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition,  Children's Oral Health,  Skin Condition -
Tick Season is Here!
posted: May 19, 2019.
It's Springtime in the Pioneer Valley, which means it's high tick season! If you find a tick attached to your skin, there's no need to panic! How to remove a tick There are Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition,  Children's Oral Health,  Skin Condition -
Tufts Health Together with Boston Children's ACO
posted: Jan. 23, 2018.
A VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT AMHERST PEDIATRICS AND YOUR HEALTH PLAN Attention! There are big changes coming for our patients who have health insurance administered through MassHealth. If your child has MassHealth Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition,  Children's Oral Health,  Skin Condition -
How to Protect Kids from the Sun
posted: Aug. 15, 2017.
Too many parents wrongly assume that the sun is only dangerous when it’s shining brightly. The fact is, the sun’s rays are dangerous no matter what time of the year, Read moreCategory: Skin Care -
Join Our Summer Health Challenge!
posted: Jul. 25, 2017.
Have you heard about the Amherst Pediatrics Summer Health Challenge? The Challenge lasts all summer: June 26th-August 25th and is a fun way for you and your family to make healthy Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition,  Children's Oral Health,  Skin Condition -
Free Meals - Summer 2017
posted: Jul. 08, 2017.
Summer is here and that means a lot of kids are not getting their daily breakfast, lunch, andsnacks at school. This added cost can be a burden for some families. Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition -
Farmers Markets
posted: Jun. 28, 2017.
Farmers Markets: A Benefit for You and the Community There are many ways to get involved in your community this summer. One of the most delicious and healthy ways is by visiting your local Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric -
Health Challenge
posted: Jun. 07, 2017.
What are you and your family up to this summer? Whatever it is you’re doing this summer, we hope you will join us in the Amherst Pediatrics Summer Health Challenge, Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition -
How To Remove A Tick
posted: Jun. 01, 2017.
How to remove a tick It's Springtime in the Pioneer Valley, which means it's high tick season! If you find a tick attached to your skin, there's no need to panic. There Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition,  Children's Oral Health -
Understanding Childhood Asthma
posted: May 16, 2017.
A common condition seen in kids and teens, asthma is a lung condition that causes trouble breathing and shortness of breath. During an attack, the bronchial airways become inflamed and Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition,  Children's Oral Health,  Skin Condition -
Summer Camp
posted: May 13, 2017.
Summer is right around the corner! Have you thought about what your child is going to do once the school year ends? Western Massachusetts has tons of great summer camps for Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition,  Children's Oral Health,  Skin Condition -
Bug Bite Safety
posted: Apr. 24, 2017.
As the spring & summer seasons approach, let's review some recommendations about bug bite safety. Most bug bites are harmless; however, insects can expose children to disease and health risks. Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care -
Sun Care
posted: Apr. 16, 2017.
As we welcome this unseasonably warm weather into the Pioneer Valley, our kids will be spending more and more time outside. While that's a good thing, it's important to remember Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition,  Children's Oral Health,  Skin Condition -
Fostering Responsibility
posted: Apr. 05, 2017.
Developing a sense of responsibility is a step-by-step process that will benefit your child throughout their lifetime. As children develop, it is important to teach them responsibility in ways that Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric -
Welcome the newest member of our team!
posted: Mar. 09, 2017.
We are excited to introduce the newest member of our team, Nurse Practitioner Jenny Salander! Jenny completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at The University of Michigan. After gaining experience as Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition,  Children's Oral Health,  Skin Condition