Please call the office to schedule for one of our many flu clinics. We can also give some of the other vaccines at the same time (Hepatitis A, Tdap, Meningococcal vaccine, HPV). Be sure to let us know if you are scheduling more than one type of vaccine.

 Again this year – we will offer influenza vaccine to the PARENTS of our patients with an appointment. The cost is $30 which must be paid prior to receiving the vaccine. We will not bill insurance or balance bill the parent/s for those wishing to receive the vaccine at our office. The $30, which is a discounted fee, is also being offered to our regular patients and will not be billed to insurance upon request.

 People who have certain health problems or those who live in the same household with them should make it a priority to get the vaccine. Household contacts or caregivers of infants less than 6 months of age should also receive the vaccine.

Health problems include:

• Lung disease, including asthma
• Heart disease
• Liver or kidney disease
• Metabolic disease, such as diabetes
• Anyone with a weakened immune system (we request written approval from specialist to receive the flu shot)
• Anemia (including sickle cell) or other blood disorders
• Long-term aspirin treatment for children 6 months thru 18 years
• Anyone with certain muscle or nerve disorders (such as seizures or cerebral palsy) that can lead to breathing or swallowing problems

Wheaton on the Web Today, Wednesday Jan. 12
By: Grace A. Reband
January 12, 2011

Park district offers garden plots, education assistant position, Wheaton pediatrician offers advice, Opera Music Theater presents Hansel and Gretel, Whole Foods hosts homemade bath products session and tweets of the day

Park District Offers Garden Plots via Facebook

The Wheaton Park District has added additional gardening plots for the year 2011 due to high demand. The plots are $25 for residents and $38 for all others and are limited to one plot per family. The 20′ by 30′ plots can now be purchased by Wheaton residents. All non-residents can reserve the plots beginning Jan. 18. For more information please see the Wheaton Park District website.

First Division Museum at Cantigny Seeks Administrative/Education Assistant via Facebook

The First Division Museum at Cantigny seeks to hire an administrative/education assistant. The job responsibilities include: answering phones, participating in professional development, assisting in research and more. The job requires a Bachelor’s degree in Administration, Education, or related field. For more information, or to submit your resume please see the posting.

Wheaton Pediatrician Offers Advice to Help Soothe a Sick Child via News 10 New York

Wheaton pediatrician and father of four Dr. Peter I. Liber advises parents to elavate their child’s head during sleep while their child is sick. According to Liber this will allow the nasal passage to drain out and prevent postnasal drip from turning into a cough.

Opera Music Theater Presents Hansel and Gretel via Wheaton College

This evening, Wheaton College will present the debut of the performance of Hansel and Gretel. Performances are Wednesday, Jan. 12 – Friday, Jan. 14 at 7:30p.m. There will also be a mantinee performance on Saturday, Jan. 15 at 2:30p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $10.

Whole Foods Hosts Homemade Bath Products Session via Facebook

This Sunday, Jan. 16 the Wheaton Whole Foods will host a homemade bath product session. The session is $15 per person and includes making two bath products.

Wheaton tweets of the day…

@regentcollege Regent College:  “Can God Be Trusted?” Stackhouse speaking at Wheaton in February: http://bit.ly/fMPB7j

@blogfive jose rio: Latest Golf Courses News: http://ireland.golfcoursesworld.com/latest-golf-courses-news-5.html – Cantigny Golf Course, Wheaton…

@BallGrande BallGrande: Chicago Weddings, Chicago Bride and Wedding Planners in Naperville, Wheaton, Downers Grove, Suburbs http://bit.ly/dGCck1

@irestaurantjobs Restaurant Jobs:  #Restaurant #Jobs: Patient Tray Line at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare (Wheaton, IL) http://bit.ly/e3y2Px

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@mizzoumafia mizzou mafia: JOB – WEB/MULTIMEDIA SPECIALIST – for City of Wheaton, IL. Info at http://bit.ly/eVZ6bw (via @SuzNews1)

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http://wheaton.patch.com/articles/wheaton-on-the-web-today-wednesday-jan-12

Care & Comfort: 8 Ways to Soothe a Sick Kid
By: Rachel Meltzer Warren
January 12, 2011

No mom wants her child to feel miserable — and the common cold can really wipe a kid out! Fortunately, combining a few simple moves with time-tested remedies can help ease your little one’s symptoms. So the next time she starts coughing and sneezing, try these savvy tricks to soothe your sick kid in no time.

1. Push an ice pop. “This frozen treat can help soothe a sore throat, plus provide extra fluid to prevent dehydration,” says Dr. Susan Besser, a family physician in Memphis, Tenn., and a mother of six. Giving your child plenty of liquids will also help thin out mucus, making it easier to cough it up.

2. Choose the right remedy. An over-the-counter medication is one of the best ways to relieve cough and cold; just make sure to check the label for age restrictions. A multi-symptom drug is useful in many cases, but don’t assume that it’s a one-size-fits-all treatment. “If your child isn’t experiencing each of the ailments listed on the box, you’re giving her unnecessary meds,” says Besser. “That may cause uncomfortable side effects, like insomnia or nausea.” She advises matching up your child’s specific symptoms with the medicine you give her.

3. Use an extra pillow. “Elevating a child’s head will keep those nasal secretions flowing forward and out of the nose,” says Dr. Peter I. Liber, a pediatrician in Wheaton, Ill., and a father of four. That can prevent postnasal drip from turning into a cough — and help her sleep more soundly.

4. Have a cooldown. While waiting for that acetaminophen or ibuprofen to kick in, a cold washcloth or icy drink can provide relief for a feverish child. Skip the cool bath, though: Liber explains that may raise his core temperature — and actually worsen fever.

5. Soothe with steam. “Adding moisture to the air can help loosen up congestion,” says Besser. Keep a vaporizer or humidifier in your child’s room, and remember to change the water daily to prevent bacteria growth. Or run a hot shower and let her sit in the fogged-up bathroom for up to 15 minutes.

6. Teach good hankie habits. “Clamping your nose with a tissue and blowing forcefully can lead to nosebleeds or even a ruptured eardrum,” cautions Besser. Instruct your child to clear her nose gently. While you’re at it, remind her to toss the tissue in the trash afterwards and wash her hands to avoid spreading germs.

7. Calm with creams. Turns out those mentholated topical ointments and creams your own mom gave you really do work. According to a recent study, sick kids whose parents applied a vapor rub to their chest 30 minutes before bedtime slept better, breathed easier and coughed less throughout the night than those who didn’t. Just make sure to follow the directions on the package, and avoid using in and around the nose.

8. Protect his nose. You can’t always help whether your little guy uses a tissue or his sleeve to wipe his nose. “But you can keep his nostrils from getting red,” says Liber. He suggests applying a thin layer of petroleum jelly beneath his nose and on the outside of his nostrils to keep the skin from becoming chapped.

http://www.snifflesolutions.com/feature/soothe_sick_kid/index.html