In mid-June, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a recommendation that all children 6 months through 5 years old should receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Distribution of vaccines among the pediatric population has started across the country and here at Stamford Health, but many parents understandably have questions. Here is some information to help you … Read more
Temperatures are expected to reach 90 degrees in much of Connecticut this week. During these scorching summer days, it’s important to stay safe. The easiest way to do this is by protecting yourself against the sun, staying well-hydrated, and knowing how to spot and address signs of overexposure and heat-related illness. Safety tips for summer … Read more
Think twice before ignoring that poppyseed-sized speck on your arm. It could be a tick, and its bite could make you sick. Ticks are tiny, spider-like insects that live in the woods or areas where tall grasses or leaf piles provide shade from sun and heat. They latch onto passing people or animals and crawl … Read more
August marks the beginning of National Breastfeeding Month. This month offers a great opportunity to raise awareness of breastfeeding and all of the options and resources available for new parents. Last year, the American Academy of Pediatrics extended the length of time recommended for breastfeeding from one year to two years, with complementary foods introduced … Read more
Stamford Health is thankful for the many volunteers that make a difference at the hospital every day. Our staff ensures that our volunteers are well-matched and well-recognized for their individual strengths and talents, with a fit for everyone — from teenagers to adults! Today, we’re spotlighting Estefania Figueroa, who volunteers in Stamford Hospital. We hope … Read more
If you’ve come across more children with rosy-colored cheeks lately, the reason may not be a flush of excitement or a rush of embarrassment. There is an uptick in the number of cases of Fifth disease, also known as “slapped cheek disease,” according to a health bulletin released by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in mid-August. While … Read more
The word “vaccination” may bring to mind the vaccine for COVID-19, but it should also remind you to update your children’s regular vaccination schedule. In Connecticut, the pandemic has disrupted many families’ routine health care schedules, including those for children’s vaccinations. The Connecticut Department of Public Health has noted a recent decline in the percentage of K-12 … Read more
How to start a walking routine this fall Author: Matthew Fedro, PT, DPT, and OCS Getting and staying in shape could be a walk in the park. Literally. Walking is a simple way to ease into exercise, especially after you’ve recovered from illness, injury, or surgery. Are you a runner who can’t pound the pavement anymore? … Read more
Here are some troubling statistics: During the past four decades, childhood obesity in the U.S. has skyrocketed, from 5% in 1978 to 18.5% in 2016. Its prevalence has continued climbing since the pandemic. Last August, approximately 22% of U.S. children and teens were obese, up from 19% just one year before. Today, 1 in 5 … Read more
When it comes to screening for breast cancer, mammography is the gold standard. That’s why doctors at Stamford Health and across the nation recommend women at average risk begin getting a yearly mammogram starting at age 40. Mammograms are so sensitive that they can find breast cancer at its earliest stage, when it is most … Read more