A very well done study has just shown that 1/2 strength apple juice (1 part juice to 1 part water) is better than electrolyte solutions for mild dehydration associated with vomiting and diarrhea. And, the study revealed that if a child preferred something else instead, other fluids worked too.
Inner strength, often called “resilience,” is the ability to cope with stressful situations. Children who are resilient are more likely to grow into healthy, happy adults even when faced with problems. And they gain several lifelong benefits too. Find out what you can do to help children learn inner-life practices that can strengthen them and
We are sorry to say that Ashley Martin is “again” leaving us to pursue other aspects of her career. We will all miss her, but, we are also pleased to announce that another “Ashleigh” will be joining us. Ashleigh Andre is another St. John Fisher graduate who has been working at Strong Memorial Hospital. Please
Thanks to everyone who contributed and/or participated in the 20th Annual Stroll for Strong. Lewis Pediatrics’ exceeded its goal. We all had fun at the 5K and Stroll. Ashley finished first in her age group, Dr. Lewis ran the 5K with a personal best (not finishing last in his age group! – actually finished 8th.
Please join Team Lewis Pediatrics for the 20th annual Stroll for Strong Kids 5K and/or Stroll on June 4th. The more the merrier so click on the link and join our team. We will provide team t-shirts for all participants. If you cannot participate consider donating to this valuable institution. Team Lewis Pediatrics Stroll for
RSV (Respiratory Syncitial Virus) is here. It is a respiratory virus that causes “really bad” colds in most children, but it can cause bronchiolitis (a viral pneumonia like illness) with wheezing in infants. Unfortunately, there is not much we can do to treat this infection other than time and fluids. If a child has respiratory
We are starting to see some cases of influenza, but it is not too late to get your influenza vaccine. We have both injectable and nasal spray left. Please call for an appointment
We did it!!! With some last minute donations, we reached our goal. And better yet, we ran the 5K and strolled the Stroll. Bess, Ashley, Jean and I were joined by two fast patients for the 5K. We had 13 participants this year. Thank you all. Betsy, her family and another family from the practice
Harper (our staff member in the middle) celebrated her 1st birthday in the office. Jean and Ashley helped.. Harper brought cookie cake to share with the staff and patients.
With summer almost upon us, don’t wait until the last minute to send us camp forms for completion. If at all possible, use the form you were provided at your routine health supervision visit. If the camp does not accept the form, we ask for at least 72 hours to complete your forms.
