A child in my daughter’s camp group was diagnosed with ringworm.  What is this and can she get it? Also known as a tinea infection, ringworm is a type of fungus that infects the skin, scalp, or nails.  It is also commonly known as athlete’s foot when it occurs on the...

Staying healthy at summer camp With summer camps around the country beginning in the coming days or weeks, it is important to review some guidelines and tips to keep your campers healthy. Summer camp for your child likely means close interaction with numerous...

If you don't remember the days, then perhaps you've seen them in a movie. A true "small town doctor," who had an office just around the back of the house, who knew each patient and their history without having to constantly look in the chart. Or simply, the times...

Can babies be in the sun? The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that children under the age of 6 months avoid sun exposure.  Remember, there is no such thing as a “healthy tan” – regardless of age. Whether outdoors, at the beach, or the swimming pool, it...