Nosebleed
Dr. Thomas2020-08-02T09:47:08+00:00(EPISTAXIS) Most nosebleeds are caused by nasal congestion or chronic irritation. They occur mainly at night or early in the morning (increased blood flow to nose). They are often related [...]
Magic Mouthwash
Dr. Thomas2020-08-02T09:47:12+00:00FOR MOUTH SORES Mix equal amounts of Children’s Liquid Benadryl and Maalox (1 ounce to 1 ounce). Give ¼ tsp. to gargle or swallow every 4 hours to coat the [...]
5-2-1-0
Dr. Thomas2020-08-02T09:48:40+00:00WHAT DOES 5-2-1-0 STAND FOR? Aim for 5 servings of fruits & vegetables every day Aim for 2 or less hours of recreational screen time every day Aim for 1 hour or more of physical activity [...]
Foods with Iron
Dr. Thomas2020-08-02T09:48:46+00:00Brought to you by the Texas Department of Health Proteins: Liver Beef Chicken Turkey Fish Pork Snacks: Dried beans & peas Nuts and seeds Peanut butter Green peas Lima beans [...]
Help Your Child Learn to Love Their Body
Dr. Thomas2020-08-02T09:53:47+00:00By Lana Luise Thomas, Creative Director for Children’s Health Center, P.A. It is no secret that growing up in today’s social society is difficult on young boys and girls. We [...]
Down the Chute!
Dr. Thomas2020-12-24T02:05:43+00:00By McNeil Consumer & Specialty Pharmaceuticals Swallowing Made Simple: Swallowing is a natural reaction that occurs when something is on the back of your tongue. It’s like a roller coaster: [...]
Vaginitis (Girls) & Urethral Irritation (Boys and Girls)
Dr. Thomas2020-08-02T09:55:37+00:00Tends to cause frequent or uncomfortable urination without fever, voiding, or associated symptoms. Common Causes Bubble bath, perfumed or deodorant soap, shampoo at the beginning of the bath Pinworms cause [...]
Attention College Students – New State Law to Require Meningitis Vaccine
Dr. Thomas2020-08-02T09:55:16+00:00By Jeanet N. Tannous, M.D. On January 1, 2012, a Texas law require all new college students under age 30 to have a meningitis shot prior to class registration. In [...]
Constipation
Dr. Thomas2020-08-02T09:56:48+00:00Constipation is defined as hard poop that is difficult to pass. Irregular or infrequent bowel movements are not causes for concern unless they are accompanied by belly discomfort, bedwetting, or [...]
Hold Your Baby
Dr. Thomas2020-08-02T09:59:09+00:00Next time you are at the grocery store or at the mall, look around and observe all the families with their children. It is wonderful that the babies are included [...]