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CDER Alert Eye Drop Recall

Below are some useful resources for parents on how to respond to children’s questions regarding immigration enforcement.

▶️"Guiding Caregivers: How to Talk to a Child about Deportation or Separation" from The National Child Traumatic Stress Network

▶️"Seeking Safe Haven: Supporting Immigrant Children & Families Facing Detention or Separation" from healthychildren.org

▶️"Love Letter for Families" via Children Thrive Action Network (English, Spanish) printable PDF with mental health resources and preparedness plans

The American Academy of Pediatrics Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth Mental Health invites teens (ages 14-19) to participate in Beyond the Likes - Social Media, Mental Health & You, a free virtual youth forum on Saturday, April 18, from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm ET.

This interactive event will empower young people to navigate the digital world with confidence, engage in meaningful conversations with peers and experts, and gain practical tools for managing their digital lives. Earn a Certificate of Completion and get a chance to win prizes!

Clubs and organizations whose members participate in the forum may be eligible for a small stipend; interested groups can contact Marija Hegel at [email protected] for more information.

Register today to take part in this exciting event:

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Beyond the Likes - Social Media, Mental Health, and You. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. The AAP Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth Mental Health is excited to present its second annual Beyond the Likes Virtual Youth Forum! Beyond the Likes is a free interactive event designed for young people (ages 14-19) across the country. Beyond the Likes is designed to empower young peo...

FYI - There will be a system-wide maintenance performed on Sunday, March 29th, 2026 8:00 PM EDT to 11:00 PM EDT. The patient portal will be unavailable during that time. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

A win for our children!

A statement by Dr. Andrew Racine, President of the American Academy of Pediatrics, on a federal judge's ruling to block key aspects of HHS Secretary RFK Jr’s efforts to upend vaccine policy:

“Today’s ruling is a historic and welcome outcome for children, communities, and pediatricians everywhere. When Secretary Kennedy made unsupported and unscientific changes to pediatric immunization recommendations last year, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) was mission-bound to step up and push back against these dangerous actions that have sown chaos and confusion for parents and pediatricians across the country. This decision effectively means that a science-based process for developing immunization recommendations is not to be trifled with and represents a critical step to restoring scientific decision-making to federal vaccine policy that has kept children healthy for years.

“For decades, the AAP partnered closely with the federal government to advance our mission of attaining the optimal health and well-being of children and youth. We would much prefer to return to that partnership and collaborate with federal healthcare agencies instead of litigating against them. Through this partnership, the AAP and federal health agencies collaborated closely, reviewing the science and discussing the latest evidence alongside experts, to develop clear, unified routine childhood and adolescent immunization recommendations that protect children from dangerous, preventable illnesses.

“We stand by ready to resume this role, which is why we issued our annual update to the childhood immunization schedule that has been formally endorsed by more than 12 national medical societies and supported by hundreds of public health groups, experts, and advocates. In the wake of today’s decision, one thing remains clear: parents can continue to turn to the AAP’s childhood vaccine recommendations and talk with their pediatrician about how to best protect their children's health.”

Read more: https://bit.ly/4luuQz0

Hopefully winter weather is soon behind us! In the meantime, it’s a good idea to have activities, other than screen time, planned for kids to do. Read below article for suggestions.

Managing Screen Use During Long, Cold Winters When winter weather keeps kids indoors, screen time can quickly escalate. Learn how to manage screen use with a family media plan, creative activity ideas and consistent routines that promote balance, connection and healthy habits throughout the colder months.​

We will be open on President’s Day, Monday 2/16, for a walk-in clinic from 9-10:30am. This is for urgent illnesses that cannot wait until we’re open full day on Tuesday 2/17. 🇺🇸

We have checked current and projected road conditions. For the safety of our staff and our patients, we will be closed today (1/26). We plan to open on time tomorrow. You can call us for urgent matters that cannot wait until the office is open.

Happy snow day! The office plans to open at noon tomorrow (Monday 1/26). There will be a walk-in clinic for SSP families from 12:30-1pm*. We will update here and on our website if anything changes. Be warm and safe, everyone!!

Spirit week is over, but the spirited coordinated dressing continues!….Today’s unintentional matching color scheme.

Can’t not have pajama day during spirit week! TGIF!