PCPeds

Providing comprehensive pediatric care to a diverse community of patients and families.

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Happy Earth Day! Celebrate with the kids and teach them that every day is Earth Day with these fun activities.

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The Fact: 1 in 5 children in the United States is obese.

The Fix: Childhood obesity can be prevented. Take action during National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month and talk to your child's pediatrician or call and schedule an appointment with our dietician! #HealthyKids

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Flu vaccinations can help reduce the risk of flu illness by between 40% and 60%. Keep your little ones healthy by getting their Flu shot today! #HealthyKids

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#ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth: 420,000 adults in the U.S. are childhood cancer survivors.

This month, we want to shed a spotlight on this scary, yet BEATABLE disease in children. Together, we can make a difference!

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Now that the weather is cooling down, it's time to rally up the kids for some fun #fall activities! From apple picking and pumpkin decorating to craft making and outdoor activities, here's a list of 101 activities that kids will LOVE!https://t.co/icav2livZs

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Choosing the right pediatrician for your children is essential for a lifetime of healthy living!

Priority Care Pediatrics is now accepting new patients. Here is everything you need to get started:https://t.co/kky46QjtJq

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PCPeds Flu Clinic will officially begin on Monday, September 14! Due to COVID things look a little different this year and these will be scheduled appointments only. Call us today to get your appt. scheduled! 816-412-2900.

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September is National Better Breakfast Month! Use this yummy, brainpower pancake recipe below to get your kids off to a good and healthy start without any fuss! #BetterBreakfast #HealthyKids

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The 5 most common summer-related kid accidents and illnesses you should still be watching out for in August: sunburn, dehydration, burns, outdoor injuries and food poisoning. #SummerSafety

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Why National Immunization Month is so important:

1. Immunizations Protect Our Children
2. Immunizations Are Safe
3. We Owe It To Everyonehttps://www.aap.org/en-us/advocacy-and-policy/aap-health-initiatives/immunizations/Pages/National-Immunization-Awareness-Month.aspx

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"It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.” - Frederick Douglass
Build strong children. Support strong children. Love strong children. #PCPeds

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Playground-related injuries account for more than 200,000 ER visits each year. Let's stop monkeying around and keep our children safe by always having a supervisor on watch and checking equipment beforehand for hot surfaces in the summer sun! #KidSafety

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We believe there's nothing more important than keeping your child safe and healthy. That's why we offer family #immunization services such as Influenza and Whooping Cough vaccines. Learn more about these services here: https://t.co/LDiKHEcsIi

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Is it possible to schedule same-day appointments?
Our open-access appointments are filled on a "first call, first serve" basis and are primarily scheduled for same day!

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HAPPY WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK!

For all breastfeeding mama's out there - we celebrate you this week! Check out these PCPeds-approved resources and support groups! #WorldBreastFeedingWeekhttps://pcpeds.com/services/lactation-services/

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What does our online #patient #portal include?

You can check appointment times, access charts/records, request medication refills, update health information and more!

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Here are 3 #PCPeds approved tips for helping kids of all ages fall and stay asleep at night time:
1. Limit light exposure
2. Keep room temperature cool
3. Establish a bedtime routine

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#GetOutAndVote

By voting YES on amendment 2, we will be able to expand Medicaid eligibility in Missouri.

PCPeds believes everyone has the right to receive and qualify for affordable healthcare coverage. Let's help our community get healthy and stay healthy!

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PCPeds is recognized as a NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home. This means that we offer better outcomes through improved quality, reduced costs and improved patient and staff experiences! #BetterCare

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What do you do if you find a tick on your child's body?

Don't panic! The key is to remove it as soon as possible. For an easy guide on how to safely remove ticks, checkout this helpful resource! #SummerSafetyhttps://www.cdc.gov/ticks/removing_a_tick.html