The yearly flu or influenza epidemic is hitting the United States early this year and Utah is seeing particularly high levels of flu activity. Not to be confused with the stomach flu, the flu or influenza is a viral infection that targets your upper respiratory system. Symptoms can include body aches, fever, coughing, and nasal … Continue reading “Annual flu epidemic hits early with Utah seeing a high number of cases”
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The Affordable Care Act has created lots of confusion, but has made it easier to acquire insurance. For some, it might even be at a lower cost. We at Utah Valley Pediatrics think you should know: If you do not have insurance by March 31st you will not be able to sign up for coverage … Continue reading “Get Help With the Affordable Care Act”
Will I see an increase in my insurance premiums? How will my existing employer’s health insurance plan be affected by the Affordable Care Act? Will there be death panels? Is my employer required to provide health insurance? Where can I find more information? Will I see an increase in my insurance premiums? According to scholars … Continue reading “Affordable Care Act Frequently Asked Questions”
Article at a Glance Most U.S. citizens and legal residents must purchase health insurance coverage starting in 2014 or pay a penalty. The Affordable Care Act increases the number of people who will qualify for Medicaid or financial assistance. In October you will be able to fill out a Marketplace application that will allow you … Continue reading “Affordable Care Act Required Health Coverage and Financial Assistance”
Article at a Glance The new Health Insurance Marketplace will be ready starting October 1, 2013. The Marketplace will make shopping and applying for health insurance simpler and more transparent. Before October you will want to think about what health insurance is already available to you, what you are looking for in a health plan, … Continue reading “Getting Ready for the Health Insurance Marketplace”
Article at a Glance Some of the most significant changes with the Affordable Care Act will be coming in 2014. More individuals and families will be eligible for financial assistance to help pay insurance premiums. In October, Utah will have a new online health insurance marketplace where you can shop for health insurance. In 2014, … Continue reading “The Affordable Care Act: What to Expect in 2014”
In Utah, kindergarteners and 7th graders have to be up to date on their immunizations before they can start school. If your child is not up to date, schedule an appointment now to beat the rush in August. Because of high demand, it is often hard to fit in last minute appointments. To attend kindergarten, … Continue reading “Beat the Rush for Kindergartener and 7th Grader Immunizations”
In Utah, kindergarteners and 7th graders have to be up to date on their immunizations before they can start school. If your child is not up to date, avoid the rush by scheduling an appointment now. To attend kindergarten, a student must have written proof of receiving the following immunizations: 5 DTaP/DT 4 Polio (3 … Continue reading “Kindergartners and 7th Graders Must be Up to Date on Vaccines”
Article at a Glance• Teething gels can cause a serious, and sometimes fatal, condition that reduces the amount of oxygen in your blood stream.• Children under the age of two should not use products containing benzocaine unless under the supervision of a pediatrician. • You can relieve teething pain by massaging your child’s gums with … Continue reading “FDA Warns Against Using Teething Gels”
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