Dr. Bryan Ellertson Joins Saratoga Springs Office
Dr. Bryan Ellertson Joins Saratoga Springs Office

Dr. Bryan Ellertson will be joining our Saratoga Springs office this September. Dr. Ellertson received his medical degree from Ohio State University and completed his residency at the Indiana University School of Medicine and Riley Hospital for Children. He specializes in general pediatrics from newborns to adolescents, with a special interest in behavioral health (including … Continue reading “Dr. Bryan Ellertson Joins Saratoga Springs Office”

Are You Using Your Inhaler Correctly?

Although many people use their inhaler on a daily basis, did you know that many of them aren’t using it properly? Inhalers are used to deliver medication directly to the inflammation in the lungs instead of having it travel through the bloodstream. But if you are using the inhaler incorrectly, you aren’t getting the right … Continue reading “Are You Using Your Inhaler Correctly?”

Back-to-School Checklist
Back-to-School Checklist

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  • Make sure your child is up-to-date on immunizations.
  • Notify your school of any special medical needs.
  • Plan ahead for healthy lunches.
  • Set a schedule that allows for a healthy amount of sleep, nutritious meals, and time for homework and play.
Dr. Aaron McCoy Joins Provo North University Office
Dr. Aaron McCoy Joins Provo North University Office

Dr. Aaron W. McCoy, M.D., will be joining our Provo North University office this August. Dr. McCoy received his medical degree from the University of Virginia and completed his residency in the Primary Children’s Medical Center at the University of Utah. He specializes in the care of infants, children, and adolescents, and speaks Japanese and … Continue reading “Dr. Aaron McCoy Joins Provo North University Office”

Ask the Nurse: What’s the best way to prevent bug bites this summer?

Question: What’s the best way to prevent bug bites this summer? Answer: As I work alongside with Dr. Liu many parents are asking how to stay bug free this summer. Here are some tips that will make this summer more enjoyable: 1. When gathering in areas where there are mosquitoes, biting flies, or ticks, it … Continue reading “Ask the Nurse: What’s the best way to prevent bug bites this summer?”

Fruit Freezies
Fruit Freezies

A great, fruity alternative to popsicles and ice cream that contains no added sugar. Recipe by Angie at jonesing2create.com Ingredients 2 (6 ounce) cans frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed 1 (16 ounce) package frozen strawberries, slightly thawed 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice 2 (15 ounce) cans sliced peaches with 100% juice Directions … Continue reading “Fruit Freezies”

What is Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease?

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  • Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a virus that causes blisters in the mouth and a rash on the hands, feet, and bottom.
  • In milder cases, it can be hard to tell if your child has HFMD.
  • Most cases can be treated at home with pain medication and plenty of fluids.
According to Study Early Sun Exposure Increases Risk of Melanoma
According to Study Early Sun Exposure Increases Risk of Melanoma

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  • Sun exposure throughout a person’s life can contribute to non-melanoma skin cancers, but melanoma is strongly tied to sun exposure that occurs during our early years.
  • Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer.
  • Parents should be extra careful to protect their children from sun exposure early in life.
Army Nurse Corps Clothes Drive

Ruth Caldwell, one of our nurse practitioners, is currently serving our country in Afghanistan as part of the Army Nurse Corps. She is helping to treat children who are injured because of the war. To perform emergency treatments, the children often have to have their clothes cut off. Because of this, those children who do … Continue reading “Army Nurse Corps Clothes Drive”

Chick-en Nugget Falafel
Chick-en Nugget Falafel

Looking for a way to get your kids to eat beans? Turn them into something familiar, like chicken nuggets! Ingredients 1 can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained 1/2 onion 1 tbsp parsley 1 clove garlic 1 egg 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp salt 1 dash pepper 1 tsp lemon juice 1 tsp baking powder 1 cup … Continue reading “Chick-en Nugget Falafel”

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