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• posted: Mar. 02, 2020
• Allergy Treatment

Sneezing. Watery eyes. Stuffy nose. These could just be symptoms of a cold or these could be signs that your child has allergies. If you notice that your child’s symptoms Read More

• posted: Feb. 14, 2020
• Strep Throat

It's important to be able to spot the differences between a regular sore throat or viral infection and strep throat. Anyone can get strep throat, but it is most common Read More

• posted: Feb. 04, 2020
• Diabetes,  Child Care

With the rise of newly diagnosed cases of type 1 and type 2 diabetes in children in the US, it’s now more important than ever for both parents and children Read More

• posted: Jan. 17, 2020
• Asthma

While there is no cure for asthma, there are ways to manage your child’s asthma symptoms and to reduce the risk for a flare-up. Of course, to be able to Read More

• posted: Jan. 03, 2020
• Ear Infection

An ear infection is one of the most common infections that children have to deal with. In fact, most children will experience at least one ear infection by the time Read More

• posted: Dec. 06, 2019
• Nutrition

Having healthy, happy children begins with a healthy diet. We know that in this day and age life gets pretty hectic and it isn’t always easy to eat right; however, Read More

• posted: Nov. 26, 2019
• Sports,  Sports Injuries

Millions of children across the US regularly participate in some kind of sport. No matter whether your child is a dancer, gymnast, soccer player, or football player, the goals of Read More

• posted: Nov. 11, 2019
• Newborn

Once you find out you’re pregnant it seems like everything shifts focus to how you are going to take care of yourself and your unborn child. Furthermore, you start making Read More

• posted: Oct. 31, 2019
• Wellness Visits

One moment your child is born and the next moment they are sitting up, saying their first word and taking their first steps. It’s amazing just how many milestones your Read More

• posted: Sep. 05, 2019
• Behavioral Health Consultation

Just as it’s important for your child to undergo a physical to make sure that they don’t fall ill, it’s just as important to pinpoint behavioral and mental issues early Read More

• posted: Jul. 09, 2019
• allergies

Over 6 million children are affected by some type of allergy. That includes allergies to foods, substances in the air, and chemicals that come in contact with their skin. With Read More

• posted: Apr. 25, 2019
• Behavioral Issues

How your pediatricians in Marion, VA, can help with behavioral issues Your child’s behavior can be complicated. It can be difficult to know whether behavior is normal, or whether it may be a Read More

• posted: Mar. 27, 2019
• Immunizations,  Hepatitis,  Polio

Welcoming a newborn baby into your life is such an exciting time, but there are also many things that need to be done. One of the mostimportant ways you can Read More

• posted: Sep. 07, 2018
• Doctor Exams

Team sports are a great way for school aged children to maintain a healthy weight, socialize and make new friends, engage in healthy competition, achieve personal and team goals, and Read More

• posted: Jun. 27, 2018
• Behavioral Consultation

Does your child need a behavioral consultation? A behavioral consultation is an effective way to help parents address behaviors that disrupt family routines. The consultation involves identifying problem behaviors and Read More

• posted: Apr. 09, 2018
• newborn care

Caring for a newborn is often simultaneously rewarding and overwhelming. Marion, VA, pediatricians Dr. Anita Henley, Dr. Leesa Lawrence, and Dr. Tara Etter share a few newborn care tips that Read More