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Welcome to the July installment of Parkside News! The goal of this e-newsletter is two-fold: to keep you informed on the latest happenings at Parkside Pediatrics, and to help answer your medical questions by providing you with an in depth discussion of many pediatric problems and topics.
If you find a particular story interesting or informative, feel free to forward the message onto a friend who might be interested in learning more by using the link at the bottom of the newsletter. If for any reason you decide that Parkside News is not for you, unsubscribing is not only safe but also very easy. Just click on the "SafeUnsubscribe" button at the bottom of the newsletter. It's that easy! We thank you for the opportunity to serve as your pediatricians and look forward to seeing you soon. Hope you enjoy!
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Meet Dr. Stephen Jones
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Please join us in welcoming Dr. Jones to the Parkside family. Read below to learn a little more about Dr. Jones...
- Name: Stephen Jones, MD
- Family: Wife: Taryn, Daughter: Abby (15 months), dogs: Bela (sheltie) & Sadie (foxhound)
- Education: Presbyterian College--B.S.; Marshall University School of Medicine: M.D. ; Greenville Hospital System-Pediatric Residency
- Professional Interests: Pediatric Nutrition, Childhood Obesity, Asthma Care, Newborn Care
- Societies: American Academy of Pediatrics, South Carolina Medical Society, Greenville County Medical Society
- Awards / Honors: Marshall University School of Medicine Peer Choice Award, Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
- Church: Grace Church
- Hobbies: Landscaping, playing guitar, walking the dogs, family time.
- Favorite Children's Book: Wynken, Blynken, and Nod, Three Little Kittens
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Jump Zone Party for Parkside Pediatrics' Patients
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Be one of the first people to see the new Jump!Zone Party and Play Center in Greenville!!
Jump!Zone Greenville is pleased to invite the patients of Parkside Pediatrics to a free special play session with Dr. Dobson, Dr. Moll and Dr. Jones on Saturday August 4, 2007 from 10:00 - 12:00 PM.
This is an opportunity to see the brand new biggest indoor jump arena in the Upstate. There are eight awesome themed inflatables including the 23 foot Kracken that is an octopus pulling down a ship, a Batman obstacle course and a Disney Princess Bounce and Play!
DIRECTIONS From Greenville: Take I385 South. Go North on I85 towards Charlotte. Get off on the Pelham Road exit number 54. Make a right onto Pelham Road. Make a left at the second light which is Ben Hamby Drive. We are located in Suite A at 105 Ben Hamby Drive.
From Spartanburg: Take I85 South towards Atlanta. Get off on the Pelham Road exit number 54. Make a left onto Pelham Road. Make a left at the third light which is Ben Hamby Drive. We are located in suite A at 105 Ben Hamby Drive.
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Summer Swimming Reminders
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Check out these tips on staying safe and healthy this summer while at the pool.
- After swimming, use a solution of half rubbing alcohol and half vinegar to cleanse the ear canal and help remove any water that might be trapped in the canal. Pour 1 teaspoon of the solution into each ear and let it drain back out. This mixture may help prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi that can cause swimmer's ear.
- Kids with ear tubes need to use ear pulgs while swimming.
- Remember to use sunscreen and reapply!!.
- Never leave your children unattended while at the pool, lake, or river--prevention is the best medicine!
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Bug Bite Central
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Summer time is definitely a time that brings joy to the hearts and minds of most children. School is out on break, summer camps have started to ramp up, and the mosquitoes are out in full force. Wait a minute...mosquitoes don't bring joy to anyone! Well, that is definitely true. The problems that can result from insect and mosquito bites can vary dramatically; from itchy nuisances that cause us to scratch constantly to serious conditions such as West Nile Virus. Read on and we will give some tips to help keep you and your family "bite free" this summer.
So where do we start? How about deciding on what constitutes a good insect repellent. Repellents with DEET (N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide) are the most effective, widely used, and best studied of all the insect repellents available. The concentration of DEET tells us how long the protection from insects should last. The CDC states that a higher concentration of DEET in a repellent does not mean that your protection is better - just that it will last longer. A repellent with 20% DEET lasts 4 hours whereas one with 6.65% DEET only lasts around 2 hours. So if you can regularly reapply the insect repellent when you are out for long periods of time, or if your child will only be outside for a few hours, a repellent with 10% or less DEET should be enough. If your child is going to be out all day and usually gets 'eaten alive', then you might look into using a repellent with a higher concentration of DEET.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends insect repellent use in children no less than 2 months and at concentrations in the 10-30% range. Current medical evidence suggests that there are no adverse events or increased risk associated with using repellents in the 10-30% concentration range. DEET repellents are effective against mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, biting flies, and chiggers.
What about the combo sunscreen/insect repellent products that are out on the market? Due to differing needs for reapplication of sunscreen and insect repellent, there is the potential risk for over exposure of DEET and underexposure of the sunblock. However, there are some other repellents available. Repellents such as Picaridin and Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus have shown similar effectiveness when compared to DEET, however citronella and lavender based repellents have been shown to have less protection time. In addition due to lack of studies with citronella and lavender oil, neither is recommended in kids under 2 years of age.
Insect repellent recommendations:
- Not recommended for children under 2 months of age
- Application should not exceed once daily
- Use just enough repellent to cover exposed skin
- Do not apply under clothing
- Do not apply to children's hands and avoid the eyes and mouth
- Avoid sunblock insect repellent combination products
- Use products with DEET concentration in the 10- 30% range
- Wash treated skin with soap and water after returning indoors
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