Saturday Flu Shot Clinics for 2017 October 21, November 11 & December 16 9 a.m. – Noon Billings Clinic Pediatrics Department Downtown and West End Learn more here here. Our flu vaccines are preservative-free and protect against four strains of the flu virus. We will bill insurance for you. Cash, check, debit, credit or insurance accepted. … continue reading
It has been fairly mild year nationwide for influenza activity. Yellowstone County has seen an uptick in cases of the flu in recent weeks. Although it is recommended that people get vaccinated as early as possible in the fall, we are continuing to offer seasonal flu shots. The typical flu season goes from October to … continue reading
Have you ever woken up in the middle of the night to the sound of a seal bark and realized that it is coming from your child’s bedroom? This sudden development of a terrible sounding barky cough in the middle of the night is a common presentation of croup. As a pediatrician, I see croup … continue reading
Control constipation. There is a direct link between bladder and bowel function. The bowels must be emptied every day. Almost all kids who wet themselves are constipated. Empty the bladder every few hours during the day. Kids need to empty their bladder before it feels full. Prompting by an adult, or a vibrating “potty time” … continue reading
Vaginal irritation in girls about 3-8 years old is very common for lots of reasons. They are not always careful about hygiene and that area is very sensitive at this time in their lives. Typical symptoms include pain and itching of the vulvar area (between the 2 lips), pain at the onset of urination, and … continue reading
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