Briarvista Pediatrics
Eve Wexler, MD, IBCLC, FAAP
“Being a parent in today’s world is no easy task. As a mother myself, I realize that parents strive to create a loving and nurturing environment for their children, while balancing their desire to keep their children safe and protected.”
Curbside Flu Shots!
/in Blog /by Dr. WexlerFlu shots are HERE!! The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends ALL children older than 6 months get a flu shot by the end of October. Babies and any child younger than 8 years who have not had a flu shot before, or have only ever had 1 shot, should get 2 doses a […]
Can I send my kid back to daycare/camp/school yet? (Please!)
/in Blog /by Dr. WexlerI have been getting a LOT of questions over the past few weeks about sending kids back to daycare, school, or camp. Let me start off by saying that there is NO right answer. And what works for one family may not work for another family. The past few months have been hard. It’s been […]
It’s HEEEERE…..are you ready?
/in Blog /by Dr. WexlerGuess what arrived today? THE POLLEN! Are you ready for pollen season in the South? Here come the itchy and watery eyes, sneezing and runny noses, and dry coughs. As much as we love how beautiful spring is here, it can be hard to deal with all the pollen. And I’m not just talking about […]
Flu shots! Get your flu shots here!!
/in Blog /by Dr. WexlerYay, flu shots have arrived! Call today to schedule your child’s nurse visit, or check our Facebook page for walk-in hours. Why get a flu shot? Simply put, flu shots save lives. A study by the American Academy of Pediatrics found that receiving a flu shot reduced the risk of dying from influenza by 65% […]
‘Tis the Season…..for Coughs and Colds
/in Blog /by Dr. WexlerIt’s the middle of December. Your child has seemingly had a runny nose for weeks already. How do you know when to call the doctor? What can you do at home? Winter is known as “cold & flu season” for a reason. Many illnesses DO have a seasonal aspect — influenza being the most common […]