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What is a pediatric gastroenterologist and why would I need to bring my child to one?

March 11, 2021/0 Comments/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Diseases and Conditions, Doctor’s Visits, Finding a Doctor, Gastrointestinal, Procedures, Right Highlight/by Rise and Shine

Pediatric gastroenterologists treat children with gastrointestinal issues from the newborn period through the teen years, and in some cases, into early adulthood.

Pediatric Pain Medicine Clinic — It’s not what you think!

February 26, 2021/0 Comments/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Diseases and Conditions, Doctor’s Visits, Pain, Procedures, Right Feature/by Rise and Shine

Dr. Elisha Peterson addresses some common misconceptions about pain medicine and explains what actually happens in pain medicine clinics.

Supporting your child with autism during the pandemic winter

January 27, 2021/0 Comments/in 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Autism, Coronavirus, Diseases and Conditions, Doctor’s Visits, Emotional well being, Family Life, Family life, Learning and school, Learning and School, Learning Disabilities, Parenting, Right Highlight, Vaccines/by Rise and Shine

Here are some ways to support your family’s emotional health by staying active, working on independence and advocating for (new) school supports.

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Can I donate blood after receiving a COVID vaccine?

January 25, 2021/0 Comments/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Coronavirus, COVID Vaccine, Doctor’s Visits, Family life, Family Life, Parenting, Right Highlight, Staying healthy, Vaccines/by Rise and Shine

Yes, you can still donate blood after receiving a COVID vaccine. There is no waiting period but make sure you are feeling well.

COVID testing FAQs

December 22, 2020/0 Comments/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Coronavirus, Doctor’s Visits, Procedures, Right Highlight, Symptoms and exposure/by Rise and Shine

With coronavirus cases on the rise, you may be contemplating COVID-19 testing for your child. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about the test.