For many kids with chronic health conditions, a growing number of parents are considering the use of medical marijuana to ease their suffering. Unfortunately, there is limited and questionable data to guide pediatricians and pediatric specialists in managing these requests….
For quite some time more parents have decided to homeschool their children. Then this past spring the COVID-19 pandemic forced schools to close and we all became homeschoolers. Some kids did well while others not so much:-) And now that…
Calling all Allies! Black, Indigenous, People of Color and White Americans, we must work together to dismantle systemic discrimination and heal the hateful legacy of racism in our country. We must all become antiracist. Recently, my friend, Tina reached out…
According to the American Civil Liberties Union, “The burden of de-escalation does not fall on private citizens — it falls on police officers. However, you cannot assume officers will behave in a way that protects your safety or that they…
Do you know the leading causes of death for young African American men in the U.S.? Accidents Suicide Homicide Heart Disease Cancer Police force- asphyxiation, beating, a chemical agent, a medical emergency, a Taser, or a gunshot* 1 in 1000 Black…
For decades, the medical community told parents not to introduce dairy before one year of age, eggs before two and nuts or seafood before three. Parents followed these rules and many still do today. However, over the last several years,…
Families with children who have multiple food allergies have major challenges navigating the world of food, something most of us don’t think twice about enjoying. Parents often worry about accidental ingestions at school, birthday parties and restaurants. Children struggle to…
I especially enjoyed this episode with Dr. Whitney Casares! We were two, mommy docs chatting about a subject we love-babies and helping new parents start this thing (called parenthood) off right. And whether you are a first time mom or…
Information about COVID-19 infection updates daily, even hourly at times. Since Monday, March 23rd when I chatted with my friend and colleague, Dr. Asim Jani who is an infectious disease specialist and epidemiologist with Orlando Health System, the numbers of…
As a pediatrician and mom, I know that vaccines are safe, they work and they save lives. And for the most part, majority of parents believe the same. Still the anti-vaccine movement continues to grow spreading misinformation, doubt and fear…