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Schedule of Well Child Checks and Immunizations

Birth: Follow Up with MD 48 hours after discharge, Vaccines: Hep B (at hospital)

1 to 2 weeks: MD visit, Newborn screen at hospital of delivery

2 Months: Well Child Check, Vaccines: 1. Pentacel 2.Hep B 3.PCV 4. Rotateq

4 Months: Well Child Check, Vaccines: 1. Pentacel 2. PCV 3. Rotateq

6 Months: Well Child Check, Vaccines: 1. Pentacel 2. Hep B 3. PCV 4. Rotateq

9 Months: Well Child Check, Catch up on any needed vaccines

12 Months: Well Child Check, Vaccines: 1.Varicella 2. HIB 3. MMR 4. PCV

15 Months: Well Child Check, Catch up on any needed vaccines

18 Months: Well Child Check, Vaccines: 1. Dtap 2. Hep A, Blood work: Lead and Hemoglobin

2 Years: Well Child Check, Vaccines: 1. Hep A

3 Years: Well Child Check, catch up on any needed vaccines, Hearing and Vision Screen

4 Years: Well Child Check, Vaccines: 1. Dtap 2.IPV 3. MMR 4. Varicella , Hearing and Vision Screen, Urinalysis

5 Years: Well Child Check, Hearing and Vision Screen

6 to 10 Years: Well Child Check every 1-2 years

11 to 12 Years: Well Child Check, Vaccines: 1. Tdap 2. Menactra 3. HPV

12 to 14 Years: Early Adolescent Screening Exam, Vaccines: 1. HPV

15 to 17 Years: Middle Adolescent Screening Exam, Cholesterol Screen

18 to 21 Years: Late Adolescent Screening Exam, Vaccines: 1. Menactra

Immunization Key: Dtap:Diptheria, Tetanus and Pertussis, HPV: Human Papilloma Virus; Pentacel: Dtap, IPV, Hib; PCV: Pneumococcal Congugate; IPV: Polio; Hib: Haemophillis Influenza; Varivax: Chicken Pox; MMR: Measles, Mumps, Rubella; Tdap:Tetanus, Diptheria and Pertussis; Menactra: Meningococcal; Hep A: Hepatitis A; Hep B: Hepatitis B; Rotateq: Rotavirus (oral, optional)

Adult Preventative Screening and Immunizations

Women:

20 to 30 Years: Yearly GYN Exam with Pap smear beginning with Sexual Activity, Vaccines: 1. Tdap (Every 10 Years)
30 Years: GYN Exam Every 3 Years if in a Monogamous Relationship and No History of Abnormal PAP Smear, Vaccines, 1. Tdap
35 Years: General Medical Exam with Routine Fasting Blood Work
40 Years: General Medical Exam with Routine Fasting Blood Work and Baseline Mammogram, Vaccine: 1. Tdap
45+ Years: Yearly General Medical Exam with Routine Fasting Blood Work, Breast Exam, and Screening Mammogram
50 Years: Screening Colonoscopy (Every 10 Years), Vaccines: 1. Tdap
60 Years: Screening Colonoscopy, Bone Density, Vaccines: 1. Td

Men:

20 to 45 Years: Yearly Routine Check-up, Vaccines: 1. Tdap (Every 10 Years)
25 Years: General Medical Exam
30 Years: General Medical Exam, Vaccines: 1. Tdap
35 Years: General Medical Exam with Routine Fasting Blood Work
40 Years: General Medical Exam with Routine Fasting Blood Work and Early Prostate Cancer Screening
50 Years: General Medical Exam, Screening Colonoscopy (every 10 Years) Vaccines: 1. Tdap
60 Years: Screening Colonoscopy, Screening Cardiac Stress Test, Vaccines: 1. Td (If Needed) 2. Pneumovax 3. Zostavax
65 Years: Vaccines: 1. Pneumovax, 2. Flu Vaccine (Yearly)

Diabetics- Pnuemovax, Prevnar every 5 years. Flu Vaccine (Yearly)
Immunization Key: Tdap: Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis, Pneumovax: Pneumonia

Td: Tetanus Diphtheria, Zostavax: Shingles

Ear Infection (Otitis Media)

Ear Infection (Otitis Media)

Cause Otitis media (middle ear infection) is one of the most common pediatric infections. The vast majority of ear infections occur following several days of a runny nose and cough due to a cold or URI. The increased secretions in the nose can become...

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Fever

Fever

Fever is a symptom, not an illness. Recently, research has shown that fever is a normal, helpful part of your child’s immune system. Fever increases your child’s metabolic rate which helps the body put out more white blood cells to help fight infections....

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Common Cold– Upper Respiratory Infection (URI)

Common Cold– Upper Respiratory Infection (URI)

Upper respiratory infections or "URIs" are the most common illnesses in childhood. They are also known as "colds." They are caused by viruses which invade the nose membranes which leads to swelling and inflammation which produces a clear, watery drainage...

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Vomiting And Diarrhea (Gastroenteritis)

Vomiting And Diarrhea (Gastroenteritis)

Gastroenteritis (the stomach flu) is defined as the sudden onset of vomiting or diarrhea. It often begins with nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and a low-grade fever which usually resolve in 8-24 hours. Afterwards, children often have 3-7 days of...

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Bronchiolitis

Bronchiolitis

Bronchiolitis is a common viral illness which is seen between late October and March each year. This illness usually begins as a clear runny nose, sneezing, and low grade fever of 101-102 which is followed by a deep-sounding, "wet" or "juicy" cough 2-4...

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Cleaning Your Child’s Teeth

Cleaning Your Child’s Teeth

Preventing Cavities Cavities are almost completely preventable. Cleaning your child’s teeth is an important step to prevent cavities. When your child’s teeth begin to erupt, brush them gently with a child’s size toothbrush and water. When your child can be...

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International Travel Health And Safety

International Travel Health And Safety

PLAN AHEAD See your doctor at least 6 weeks before you leave. Some vaccines require 6 weeks to reach peak effectiveness. Any medical concerns should be addressed and stable before travel. Consider medical, dental, and vision exams before travel to identify...

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Summer Reminders

Summer Reminders

Don't forget to wear your sunscreen. Also encourage your children to wear hats, sunglasses, and protective clothing to minimize harmful UV exposure. If possible, avoid direct sunlight exposure during peak hours of the day (10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.). Make...

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Circumcision

Circumcision

Circumcision is an elective surgical procedure to remove penile foreskin; it is available at this facility or an alternate site. Medical studies indicate that circumcision is associated with a number of medical benefits, including lower rates of urinary...

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