We have received our initial shipments of flu-shots and FluMist and have already begun vaccinating our patients.  Please call to schedule an appointment for your child to receive their vaccine soon.  As a convenience, we will be holding a flu vaccine clinic day at all three offices on Monday, Oct. 10th.  These clinics are appointment only, we will not accept walk-in visits for flu-shots.

The flu vaccine for the 2011-2012 season is identical to last year's, and comes as an injection or nasal spray form.  Only patients 2 years old and up without asthma can receive the FluMist spray. 

It is recommended that all children from 6 months through 21 years of age receive a flu vaccine. 

Surprisingly, many people are unaware that "sports drinks" such as Gatorade and/or All Sport brands are different from "energy drinks".  Energy drinks (such as Monster or Red Bull) are often advertised as healthy alternatives with natural supplements and vitamins, but their main ingredients are sugar and caffeine.  There is absolutely no place for energy drinks in a person's diet, regardless of age.  And although sports drinks may seem "harmless", water is still a better choice for hydration.  Click on the link on the upper left for more information.