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Fidelis Care and Erie County Department of Health Remind Parents to Schedule Well Child Visits

7/26/2023 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Children's Health, Health and Wellness, Immunizations

Fidelis Care and the Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) have partnered to encourage parents and caregivers to schedule well child visits and keep their children up to date with required immunizations ahead of the 2023-24 school year.

Put Safety First to Ensure a Fun Summer

7/5/2023 • Posted by Dr. Lisa Moreno, Pediatrician and Fidelis Care Medical Director • in Children's Health, Health and Wellness

Summer is here! It’s time for children to enjoy the outdoors and spend time with friends. Here are some tips to help your children stay safe and healthy before the new school year.

Fidelis Care Reinforces Importance of Dental Care for Children

3/6/2023 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Children's Health

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cavities are one of the most common chronic diseases during childhood and can be harmful to children’s overall health.

Tips to Help Sick Children During Over-the-Counter Medication Shortage

12/20/2022 • Posted by By Dr. Lisa Moreno, Pediatrician and Fidelis Care Medical Director • in Children's Health, Health and Wellness

As respiratory infections in children dramatically rise this winter, many parents and caregivers are struggling to find over the counter (OTC) medications to help their children.

‘Triple-demic’ Could Impact Children This Winter

11/10/2022 • Posted by By Drs. Lisa Moreno, Steve Materetsky, Saurabh Bahl, and Camille Pearte, Fidelis Care Medical Directors • in Children's Health, Immunizations

Earlier increases of certain respiratory infections have already been seen this year, according to the CDC. There are three viruses to be on alert for this winter: Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), Influenza (“the flu”), and COVID. This has led to the term, the “Triple-demic.”

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