Flu Widespread in CT

by | Feb 19, 2011 | Infectious Disease

By CDC definitions, influenza is now widespread in Connecticut, accounting for 6% of all emergency room visits and 5% of hospitalizations in the state. We have had 6 influenza related fatalities, all in patients over 50 years old. Only 16% of cases appear to be...

Breast Feeding Supplies and the IRS

by | Feb 11, 2011 | General Pediatrics

In a very positive move, the IRS announced this week that it will treat breast pumps and breast feeding supplies as reimbursable items for health care spending accounts and may be deductible as well. This move was praised by the AAP as good news for all breast feeding...

Too Many Innings?

by | Feb 8, 2011 | Injuries

A recent study in the American Journal of Sports Medicine suggests that young pitchers (boys, age 9-14) pitching more than 100 innings per year are at significantly higher risk of serious injury. It is important for parents and coaches to keep in mind always the...

Growing “Advice”

by | Feb 6, 2011 | Uncategorized

Thanks to everyone who has given us feedback on the new website! We have been very gratified by the positive response. The “Advice” page will be expanding gradually, so please be sure to check back from time to time. We will be adding a number of articles...