Detergent pods responsible for thousands of child injuries
Detergent pods responsible for thousands of child injuries

Article at a Glance

  • Detergent pods are responsible for thousands of child eye injuries and poisonings.
  • The highly concentrated detergent inside the pods is much more dangerous than regular detergents.
  • Detergent pods should be treated like other poisons and kept out of the reach of children.
Are you giving your child the right dose?
Are you giving your child the right dose?
  • Article at a Glance
  • Two recent studies draw attention to a major public-health problem—medication errors involving children.
  • Every 8 minutes a child is given the wrong drug or given the wrong dose
  • Using teaspoon or tablespoon measurements can double the chance of dosing errors.
  • Before you leave the doctor’s office make sure you understand how, when, and for how long your child should take any medication.
Dr. Jonathan Peterson opening new office in Spanish Fork
Dr. Jonathan Peterson opening new office in Spanish Fork

We are excited to announce that Dr. Jonathan Peterson is opening our new office in Spanish Fork this January 2015. Enjoy the same office hours, great service, and excellent care. Utah Valley Pediatrics 852 Expressway Lane Spanish Fork, UT 84660 Call (801) 794-7947 for an appointment X-Ray Available at this Location Get Directions

Utah Measles Outbreak Information Sheet

Many parents are concerned about the recent measles outbreak in Utah County. We share your concern and have put together the following information sheet to provide some answers. What Parents Need to Know About Utah County’s Measles Outbreak How many cases of measles are there? There are two confirmed cases of measles in Utah County. … Continue reading “Utah Measles Outbreak Information Sheet”

Annual flu epidemic hits early with Utah seeing a high number of cases

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”

Article Types

Archives

Sign up to our Newsletter

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Is Your Child Sick?


en español


Stay connected to your children’s health:

Want pediatric news, kid-friendly recipes and parenting tips?
Sign up for our patient parent newsletter:

Other great ways to connect: