Monday, July 29, 2013

Monday Update July 29th

I was all set to say that everyone was healthy as can be, but then all of a sudden the phone started to ring and I had about a dozen calls in a row about kids with fevers.

Some of the kids are on the 3rd day or so. Most of them are fussy. So far this seems viral.

There have been a few cases of strep around ( this tends to go through the day camps every summer).

There have been a few cases of kids with upset tummies.. nothing too major.

We of course have our share of mystery summertime rashes.

Stay healthy!

Nurse Judy

Friday, July 26, 2013

Free Dental screening this weekend!


Please pass along this information to anyone with children who lives in and near
the Mission:
http://www.ucsf.edu/news/2013/07/107701/ucsf-offers-dental-screenings-kids-sunday-streets


UCSF Offers Dental Screenings for Kids at "Sunday Streets"


When:       Sunday, July 28, 2013          11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where:      24th and Harrison Streets    San Francisco Mission District

UC San Francisco will offer free dental screenings and health education as
part of the City’s “Sunday Streets” in the Mission District this weekend,
in conjunction with the UCSF chapters of the Student Society of Pediatric
Dentistry and the Hispanic Student Dental Association. UCSF School of
Dentistry residents will perform the screenings and apply fluoride varnish
for children, with parental consent, to prevent cavities. They also will
provide dental education for children and their parents/guardians, as well
as referrals to the UCSF Pediatric Dentistry Clinic where appropriate. No
appointment is necessary for the screenings.

Early detection is key to diagnosing potential tooth decay, which remains
one of the most common diseases of childhood – five times as common as
asthma. By age 17, more than seven percent of children have lost a
permanent tooth to decay, according to the U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services.

UCSF also will have a booth at the street fair for its Science Health &
Education Partnership, which provides hands-on science lessons to nearly 90
percent of San Francisco public schools, their teachers and students

Monday, July 22, 2013

Monday update 7/22/13

This morning when I plowed through the stack of Monday morning calls, the most common theme was kids who were vomiting/ diarrhea/ tummy ache and a little fever.
Most of them were on the first or second day of this.
I will keep you updated if this looks like it is becoming a problem.
If your child has tummy symptoms take a look at the tummy bug blog post on the www.nursejudynvp.blogspot.com  That post is on the march menu.

We have also had a couple cases of strep throat.

Enjoy summer, those back to school commercials will be starting before we know it.
~Nurse Judy


Monday, July 15, 2013

Monday Update July 15th / Lucille packard weight control program


We have been very busy with out well child exams and lots of newborn visits. If you need a check up this summer PLEASE call in advance for an appointment.

Most of my acute care calls today have been about rashes. For some reason I have had quite a few children with blotchy faces ( cheeks and chins). The kids all seem reasonably well except for these rashes.

We were just given information about a weight control program down at Stanford
If you know someone who might benefit for this, the information is as follows:



Registration for the Packard Children’s Weight Control Program’s fall groups for 8-15 year olds is now in process.
(No physician’s referral needed, please ask interested families to call(650) 724-5611).
We will have two class options, 4:30-6:00pm, and 6:00-7:30 pm. Classes will run every Monday for six months.

Our program has been recognized both nationally and internationally for its success in helping kids reduce their overweight and ultimately reducing their chances of having related health concerns such as diabetes in the future.  Please forward the information below to any interested families. Thank you!


To be added to our enrollment list, please have families email us as soon as possible, or call us at 650-724-5611.
Spaces are limited and we are enrolling on a first come, first serve basis.


Have a healthy week
Judy


Monday, July 8, 2013

Monday Update July8th

There is nothing significant to report.
We are seeing dribs and drabs of little viral illnesses but not enough of any one thing to blog about.
More of my calls have been about little injuries than illnesses.

The winner of the most interesting call contest today was the child who got bitten by a dog....in Costa Rica. OY!

Enjoy the nice weather while we have it.

Judy

Monday, July 1, 2013

Monday update July 1st

How is it possibly July???

There are quite a few of my patients with fevers today.
They  are on day one or two right now. I don't know how long it lasts.
Some of the kids also have congestion and cough.

There is still a tummy bug making the rounds
There are still reports of the mild hand/foot/mouth illness going around

To me July 4th mean fireworks injuries..
( It also means fog...I don't care how hot the weather is, I have lived here for 27 years and there has only been one clear July 4th that I can recall.)
Please be safe.
With the warm weather it is in your power to make sure you and your kids stay hydrated and sunburn free. Do your best!!
Be wary of hot barbeques.
Be careful of the spray on sunscreens, there have been reports that some of those products are flammable.
Dr Anne returns from her maternity leave this week! We are delighted to have her back. Dr Beardsly will still be doing Wednesdays for us through August.

Do remember to schedule appointments for check ups. If you call at the last minute we will have a hard time accommodating your scheduling needs
Remember to bring your forms with you to avoid any form fees.

Stay well
Judy