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COVID-19 is putting a real scare into our annual celebration of “ghosts and goblins”. How can we make sure our kids are enjoying a real Halloween without putting them - or our loved ones - at risk for this illness?…
With less preparation time and more highly-processed cheap foods coming at our families all the time, Alzein Pediatrics is happy to introduce our Nutrition with Alzein Pediatrics Program and our newest health care provider, Anna Velazquez, registered Dietitian and licensed…
Like a perfect, horrible storm, Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) is peaking this year, with the worst outbreaks occurring between August and November. This fall, AFM is made more even threatening by COVID-19 and the beginning of the flu season. While…
COVID-19 has affected so many of us - even if we’ve never been infected or know someone who has been. For many of our patient families, there is a feeling of dread and panic. This has shown itself in a…
Technology makes life so much easier! You use apps every day to find your way, take photos, play music, read the news and so much more. At Alzein Pediatrics, the technology we offer helps you stay on track with your…
Getting a Flu Shot is Important While COVID-19 is still at the top of all our minds, another infectious respiratory illness lurks around the corner. Influenza, or flu, is beginning its season shortly and typically does not end until May.…
During pregnancy and after your baby is born, you’ll notice significant changes in the size, shape and “feel” of your breasts. When you are breastfeeding, you’ll notice changes again. While all these changes are biologically necessary to feed your baby,…
Schools are beginning to make important decisions about learning environments. While the American Academy of Pediatrics has stated that “children learn best when physically present in school”, they have tempered that with the caveat that “each community will have to…
Illinois is loosening COVID-19 restrictions, giving our children the opportunity to expand their summer fun. Our state and our citizens have done a marvelous job at “flattening the curve”, meaning we’ve avoided overwhelming hospitals and health centers with dangerously ill…
As the rate of COVID-19 infections decreases and school and recreational sports restart here in Illinois, a thorough physical examination is more important that ever before your child begins practice and competition. Here, Dr. Alzein explains why. Your child needs…
