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INTRODUCTION E-cigarettes (E-Cigs) or Electronic Cigarettes are devices that heat a liquid (E-liquid, which mainly contains nicotine) to produce aerosols that the user inhales. Vaping is the act of using E-Cigs. RISKS OF E-CIGARETTE USE IN CHILDREN . Risk of addiction: Adolescents are more easily addicted to nicotine than adults.…
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Cyclospora is a sneaky parasite causing intestinal infections from contaminated food and water, hitting five states hard with over 1,600 cases lately. Symptoms show up about a week later, like watery diarrhea and stomach cramps. It spreads mainly through fresh produce. Parents should call their doc if symptoms persist or…
● Latest Articles
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YET ANOTHER MEASLES OUTBREAK….
INTRODUCTION The number of Measles cases in the United States (U.S.) has increased, with 58 cases found in multiple states as of March 14th, 2024,…
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‘MY CHILD HAS A HEART MURMUR!’
” My child has a heart murmur ?!’ is a statement from a worried parent when I informed them of this during a routine physical…
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E-CIGARETTES AND VAPING IN CHILDREN
As a parent, What do you know about e-cigarettes? What do you know about vaping? Do you know that currently, there is an epidemic of…
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THE TRIPLEDEMIC AND CHILDREN
WHAT IS THE TRIPLEDEMIC? Tripledemic is a term coined to describe when three respiratory viruses cause a significant increase in illnesses around the same time,…
● About Me
I am Geraldine a mother to two wonderful children. I am Board-Certified in Pediatrics and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. I also hold a Master’s degree in Public Health.
I am currently in private practice in Pediatrics at Silverspring and Gaithersburg MD, USA. I strive to provide compassionate, evidence-based care for my clients and families.
I love spending time with my family, traveling, singing, and running.
Do not forget to reach out if you want to chat about child care.
