Now Scheduling Sports Physicals
by Joanna Storey, M.D. It’s an encouraging sign of community life returning to normal that area schools are beginning summer sports practices. As a result, we’ve heard from many parents in our practice that their children are needing a sports physical. In the past,...
Exercise is Medicine During a Pandemic
By Joanna Storey, MD Back in February, as concerns were mounting in the U.S. about coronavirus, I started reading a new book by Judy Foreman, a nationally syndicated journalist who writes and speaks about health matters. This book titled Exercise Is Medicine provides...
Tips for Coping with a New Baby During COVID-19
All babies cry. Most babies cry a lot from two weeks to two months of age. Some cry more than others, and some cry longer than others. For many new parents, crying is one of the most stressful parts of coping with a newborn. In some cases, extreme...
Positive Parenting & COVID-19: 10 Tips to Help Keep the Calm at Home
Calmly teaching your child good behavior can become more difficult, though no less important, during stressful times. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) offers these tips for families facing long periods of time isolated at homeduring...
Talking to your kids about Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Darren T. Scoggin, MD Children’s Medical Group Jackson, MS There is so much discussion on a constant basis about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) that kids are sure to hear it mentioned at some time or another. Have your kids asked you what it is? How have you...
What to Expect when You Are Expecting a Prenatal Visit with a CMG Pediatrician
When couples are expecting a baby, especially if it’s their first child, the preparation to-do list can seem overwhelming. Attending prenatal classes, considering a birth plan, investigating breast versus formula feeding and day care options, and shopping...
Healthy Soups
January is National Soup Month, and to celebrate Dr. Phillippi shared some of her favorite healthy soup recipes that are perfect for family dinners. See below for the recipes: White Bean Chili 2-3 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, sliced into strips2 Tbsp oil1...
Telehealth? Think twice.
Darren T. Scoggin, MD Children’s Medical Group Jackson, MS Recently you may have seen some advertisements from insurers or other companies offering “telehealth” visits by phone for minor medical complaints. Some diagnoses that these companies offer to treat include...
Increasing Physical Activity in Teenagers
Extracurricular activities play an important role in the physical, mental and emotional growth of teenagers. As they grow into adolescence, kids usually gravitate towards one or two activities that they are good at and that they enjoy. I love...
Nearly a Third of Teens Use One or More Tobacco Products
While e-cigarettes are still the most popular, teenagers are also smoking other items like cigarillos — another worrisome sign for nicotine addiction, the C.D.C. says. By Jan Hoffman and Sheila Kaplan via New York Times Nearly one in three high school students has...
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