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Pertussis–What’s the Big Whoop?!
April 9, 2012 | 
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Pertussis, known more commonly as Whooping Cough, has reached epidemic levels in Washington State, where I live and practice. Some people may wonder what this means to them. Attitudes about this particular disease can vary greatly represented bythe following range of questions: Isn't this a treatable illness? Should we all be wearing masks in public? What's the big deal? Isn't this just another example of media hype? How can anyone choose not to vaccinate their children or themselves? Do I really need the booster vaccine? Does my child really need the booster vaccine? Should I go to the doctor for my cough? Aren't there risks with the vaccine? Do people really die from pertussis?
Please continue reading if you are interested in factual and practical information about Pertussis, including what you should do to protect yourself and family if you are not vaccinated against this highly contagious infection. The more educated we are, the more likely we will be to take measures that stop the spread of this disease.
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Having another baby? Here are 5 topics to discuss with your child’s healthcare provider.
After a long hiatus, I have made time for blogging again. The past year has been busy with transitions, the biggest being the birth of my daughter in January. Being the mother of two has given me a whole new appreciation for the work that parents do and also a lot of inspiration for more (hopefully relevant) topics for this blog. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Parenting, Prevention and Wellness, Safety, Vaccines | 
Tags: child safety, childproofing, immunizations, infant, Naturopath, parenting, Pediatrics, sibling rivalry, siblings, Vaccines | 
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Vaccines: the facts, with a Naturopathic Spin!
As a Naturopathic Doctor, I frequently counsel parents of young children on the pros and cons of vaccines. I am writing this blog post for readers who are especially skeptical and/or fearful of vaccines in general. Hopefully this basic information will prompt you to discuss this topic further with your child's healthcare provider, especially if your child is not already vaccinated. Read the rest of this entry »