Pediatric Partners El Paso

01/09/2026

By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — Flu continues to bring misery across the US, with all but four states showing high or very high levels of activity as a new virus strain called subclade K continues to spread. By another measure – visits to the doctor for fever plus a cough or sore throat, which

01/09/2026

Yes! You can breastfeed when you’re ill. In fact, continuing to breastfeed helps protect your baby because your body produces antibodies and other immune factors that pass through your milk. These help your little one fight off the same illness or reduce its severity. Breastfeeding while sick also supports your own health by preventing engorgement and maintaining your milk supply, which can be disrupted if feeds or pumping sessions are skipped.

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12/08/2025

Let's face it, fevers can be scary for parents. Learning what causes fevers and how to treat them will ease your anxiety and help you take control of the situation.

11/12/2025

The Empower Program at El Paso Children’s Hospital helps children and teens at risk for or diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Children in this program get:

✅ Personalized nutrition education for kids to build healthy eating habits
✅ Ongoing support for families to track progress and stay motivated
✅ Tools and guidance to prevent or manage childhood diabetes

💪 Together, we help El Paso children and teens live healthier!

11/12/2025

Your family’s health starts with you! 💪
Join us this World Diabetes Day for Your Health Check, a community event with Free A1C screenings*, healthy food demos, and fun fitness activities for all ages.

📍 Pavo Real Senior Center
🗓️ Friday, Nov. 14 | 10 AM – 2 PM

Let’s take charge of our health together, El Paso!
*A1C testing offered to eligible participants after a brief questionnaire.

10/01/2025

RSV season has officially arrived. Babies ages 0–8 months are at higher risk of serious illness from RSV. The RSV vaccine is recommended to help protect your child. Call our office today at 915-591-7704 to schedule your baby’s appointment.

09/29/2025

Intercession is the perfect time to catch up on physicals and vaccines—schedule your appointment today! 915-591-7704

09/24/2025

Acetaminophen is an over-the-counter medicine used to reduce fevers and relieve pain. It is sold under many brand names, including Tylenol.

Decades of research have found that acetaminophen is safe for children when administered as recommended. Misleading claims link the medicine to autism. These false claims send a confusing, dangerous message to parents and expectant parents and does a disservice to autistic individuals. Read more at the link below.
https://bit.ly/42G47Y9

09/04/2025

We are pleased to announce that this year’s flu vaccines have arrived and are now available. Getting vaccinated is one of the best ways to protect yourself, your family, and those around you from the flu this season.
We encourage everyone to take advantage of this opportunity and get vaccinated as soon as possible.
If you have any questions or would like to schedule your flu shot, please contact us at 915-5917704.

08/13/2025

06/30/2025

Know before you go — it could save precious time. 💙