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• posted: Jun. 29, 2021
• Heat Stroke,  Heat Exhaustion

Climate change has certainly caused the temperatures to climb here in the US, especially during the summer. While we know that kids love to play outdoors, when temperatures are high Read More

• posted: Jun. 23, 2021
• Urinary Incontinence,  Enuresis

While children under 3 years old will not have control over their bladders, older kids that still have issues with bladder control may have something known as urinary incontinence or Read More

• posted: Jun. 02, 2021
• Immunization Schedule,  Immunization,  Vaccines

We understand that bringing your child in for a shot certainly isn’t fun for anyone, but keeping your child updated on vaccines is one of the most effective ways to Read More

• posted: May 19, 2021
• Nutrition,  Nutritional Advice,  Nutritional Needs

When you turn to your pediatrician for nutritional advice or help, they will always take a personalized approach to help your child meet their nutritional goals, whether that’s losing weight, Read More

• posted: May 04, 2021
• Ear Infection

Wondering if your child might be dealing with an ear infection? While you will certainly know when you’re dealing with an ear infection; unfortunately kids, particularly newborns and toddlers, can’t tell Read More

• posted: Mar. 30, 2021
• Whooping Cough,  Pediatrician,  Vaccines,  Pertussis

Pertussis, more commonly referred to as whooping cough, is a contagious bacterial infection of the lungs. The nickname comes from the “whooping” sound that occurs when a child breathes. While Read More

• posted: Feb. 26, 2021
• Head Lice

You’ve just received a call from the school: someone in your child’s class has head lice. We know that hearing that your child has or might have head lice can Read More

• posted: Nov. 02, 2020
• Chicken Pox

You just got the call from your child’s school: someone in your kid’s class has chickenpox. This highly contagious virus isn’t usually anything to worry about, but it can certainly Read More

• posted: Oct. 23, 2020
• Immunization Schedule,  Immunization

Immunizations protect your child against the dangers of communicable diseases such as measles, chickenpox, influenza, pneumonia and more. At West End Pediatrics, in Alexandria, VA, our pediatricians believe all children Read More

• posted: Oct. 02, 2020
• Conjunctivitis,  Pink Eye

Your child won’t stop rubbing their eyes. They say it’s incredibly itchy. When you go to examine it, you notice their eyes are also bloodshot and inflamed. Oh no, it Read More

• posted: Sep. 01, 2020
• Preventive Care,  Wellness Visit

What parent doesn’t want to protect their child from getting injured or sick? While it will happen at some point, there are certainly ways that both you and your pediatrician Read More

• posted: Jul. 17, 2020
• Sports Injuries,  Injury

Regular physical activity is so important for your child’s health. If they have decided to start playing on a sports team this can also be a great way for them Read More

• posted: Mar. 06, 2020
• Allergies,  Allergy Treatment

Sneezing. Watery eyes. Stuffy nose. These could just be symptoms of a cold or these could be signs that your child has allergies. If you notice that your child’s symptoms Read More

• posted: Jul. 03, 2019
• Physical Exam

Once your child is born it’s amazing just how quickly they grow and develop. It seems like you blink and suddenly they are talking and walking. During these important milestones Read More

• posted: Feb. 15, 2019
• Hearing Screening

A hearing screening is the easiest way to determine if your child is suffering from hearing loss. Thanks to a hearing screening, your pediatrician can determine the degree of hearing Read More

• posted: Nov. 19, 2018
• immunizations,  vaccinations

The importance of immunizations Childhood immunizations are one of the most important safeguards against communicable diseases and their serious, long-term complications. Your pediatrician closely adheres to the vaccination schedules published by Read More