SouthCoast Health Pediatrician Dr. Amanda Hendricks and Dietitian Meredith Bird (pictured) are answering some of the most common and pressing questions about the childhood obesity epidemic.
Nearly one in three children ages two through 12 in the United States are overweight or obese, putting them at risk for serious health problems.
Questions answered include: how does obesity negatively affect children?; What are the most important things kids need to be eating? What are the worst things?; What are tips for packing healthy school lunches for kids?; What are your top tips for parents to prevent childhood obesity?
Read the SouthCoast experts’ answers to those questions and more here.
If you have any more questions or would like advice from a SouthCoast Health dietitian or pediatrician to make sure your child is living the healthiest lifestyle possible, schedule an appointment today.
How we age is often a result of the choices we make earlier in life.
Health experts weigh in here what you can start doing now to support your long-term health.
“Most diseases are believed to be caused by a combination of genetic, lifestyle, and environmental factors,” says SouthCoast Health Family Medicine Physician, Dr. William B. Knight.
If you’re seeking a partner to help you maintain total wellness for life, turn to SouthCoast Health. SouthCoast Health providers offer personalized care for your entire family through a highly integrated system that supports all of your wellness needs.
Call 912.353.7744 to make an appointment with Jessica.
Appointments are open to all. You do not need to be a Coastal Pediatrics patient to schedule an ear piercing. Child must be 6 months or older and up to date on vaccinations.
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Breast milk is up to 90 percent water, so getting enough fluids will keep both you and your baby well-hydrated.
When you’re lactating, you may need up to 16 cups of water per day. Try to drink a cup of water every time you breastfeed.
As for coffee, tea, and other caffeinated beverages, keep in mind that small amounts of the stimulant can pass through your milk to your baby. Limiting your intake to 300 milligrams per day may help to avoid fussiness.
Find more tips from SouthCoast Health on what to eat and drink while breastfeeding here.
Your diet is an important component of overall wellness at every stage of life. For questions, concerns, and personalized recommendations, schedule an appointment to talk to one of SouthCoast Health primary care physicians about healthy eating by calling 912.691.3600, or find a provider online.
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Children who do not drink enough water, especially when engaging in physical activities, could experience dehydration, heat exhaustion, or heatstroke. I
“The name of the game is hydration,” says Dr. Jenna Sirmans, a pediatrician with SouthCoast Health. “Youth athletes should begin hydrating at least an hour or two before practices or games. If you start hydrating while you’re at your practice or game, you’re already playing catch up in terms of maintaining your hydration. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends school-aged children drink four to eight ounces of water every 20 minutes, and for adolescents about nine to 10 ounces of water every 20 minutes while participating in athletics.”
Learn more about dehydration & youth sports including early signs of dehydration here.
More people to encounter stinging insects such as bees, wasps, yellow jackets, hornets, and fire ants during warm weather months.
For people who have an allergy to insect venom, stings can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.
SouthCoast Health Allergist Dr. Wasil Khan shares signs that indicate the presence of a dangerous insect sting allergy & sting avoidance measures here.
If you suspect you may have a dangerous sting allergy, contact SouthCoast Allergy / Immunology for an appointment to see Dr. Wasil Khan.
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From birth, people in the United States are fortunate to have vaccines against more than 20 other life-threatening illnesses available, which allow them to build immunity.
SouthCoast Health provides a closer look here into the CDC’s recommended vaccine schedule for every age.
See the guide to recommended vaccines for children here.
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Find SouthCoast Health safety tips for all things summer & July 4th related: fireworks, grilling, swimming & more here.
“We want all community members to have fun and make the most out of this holiday,” said SouthCoast Health Internal Medicine Physician Dr. Michelle Wilson. “But we also want to stress the importance of keeping in mind safety and health precautions as well. On any big holiday with parties and events, there are always elevated risks to be aware of.”
If you have questions about keeping you and your family safe this summer, or if you would like to talk to a medical expert about anything health and safety related, make an appointment with SouthCoast Health here.
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The Coastal Pediatrics understanding and compassionate staff is here from start to finish to help you feel comfortable trusting Coastal Pediatrics with your family’s care.
Your kids’ summer medical needs don’t always happen during convenient business hours.
For urgent care needs this summer like swimmers ear, PedsNow in Pooler is a one-stop urgent care for kids with a pediatrician on site, open seven days a week, noon-8PM.
Annual wellness exams are critical in maintaining the health and happiness of your child, and knocking these out at the beginning of the summer versus at the end avoids many potential problems.
“Our offices become so hectic at the end of the summer when school is about to begin again. Because of this we always encourage parents to bring their kids in at the beginning of the summer to avoid the back-to-school rush,” SouthCoast Health pediatrician Dr. David Mozer said. “This also ensures the child and parent have more quality time with their pediatrician and gives parents peace of mind through summer months usually filled with lots of travel.”
“About 27 percent of visits to the emergency are in the summer months, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,” SouthCoast Health Nurse Practitioner Karen Reed said.
Top summer emergencies include: heat stroke, dehydration, bug and snake bites, serious falls.
SouthCoast Health provides an Urgent Care clinic to the Lowcountry and Coastal Empire area of Georgia.
Find more information about summertime emergencies or SouthCoast Health’s urgent care here.
SouthCoast Health Pediatric Urgent Care Walk-In Clinics
NEW PEDIATRIC URGENT CARE HOURS
Effective June 1 – August 30, 2024, SouthCoast Health new pediatric urgent care hours are:
Protect yourself from the heat while still enjoying the perks of life in Savannah.
“When it comes to extreme summer weather, it’s important to know how and why you are vulnerable,” said SouthCoast Health primary care physician Dr. Adam Novack. “If you are aware of those vulnerabilities, like dehydration, sun burn, and fatigue, you can take steps to prevent them while still being able to spend time outdoors.”
Four tips from SouthCoast Health to help you and your family to beat the heat:
If you have any questions about health-related issues this summer, call SouthCoast Health at 912-691-3600 for help. Make an appointment with SouthCoast Health throug primary care services and ensure you and your family have a happy, healthy summer.
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The Coastal Pediatrics understanding and compassionate staff is here from start to finish to help you feel comfortable trusting Coastal Pediatrics with your family’s care.
Check out this Coastal Pediatrics review:
“We absolutely love Coastal and all of the Providers and staff there. Every time we have a question, our calls are returned in a timely manner. They are loving and friendly to my daughter, who struggles with all strangers. Both the Pooler office and the Savannah office staff have been nothing but extraordinary. I can’t thank them enough for the love and understanding that they have for this first time mom.”
SouthCoast Health experts share here four tips to help your graduate navigate the unavoidable stress that commences with commencement — and keep it from impacting your health.
“It’s understandably tempting to let busy schedules and demands get in the way of healthy sleep and eating, especially when you know the season of stressors may be temporary,” said SouthCoast Nurse Practioner Amanda Jones, FNP-BC. “But that’s often when you need them most.”
SouthCoast Health team includes more than 120 healthcare professionals encompassing more than 20 specialties and services. Find one that meets your needs online here, or call 912-691-3600 to schedule an appointment.
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You’re invited to PedsNow’s grand opening at its newest location in Pooler on Tues. May 14, 2024 5:30-7PM.
PedsNow is a one-stop urgent care for kids with a pediatrician on site, open seven days a week.
A special ribbon-cutting ceremony will commemorate the event.
Explore Southeast Georgia’s finest Pediatric Urgent Care. Tour their facilities and meet their highly skilled team.
PedsNow is partnering with Shelter From The Rain and requests attendees bring along baby essentials such as baby wash, lotion, diapers, and pull-ups for local families in need.
Just as their name suggests, primary care providers (PCPs) are often your first point of contact when seeking professional care for any ailment you’re facing— mental health challenges are no exception!
This #MentalHealthMonth, learn how your SouthCoast Health PCP can help.
PedsNow – a one-stop urgent care for kids with a pediatrician on site – now has two locations: one in Pooler & one in Hinesville. This urgent care is open seven days a week.
Nurses Week is this week May 6 – May 12. In celebration of Nurses Week, SouthCoast Health is sponsoring a Thank A Nurse giveaway on the radio station 98.7 the River, giving listeners a chance to Thank A Nurse!
Share your story here about a medical professional that changed your life for a chance to win them a $500 gift card.
