Kid Care West

01/06/2026

01/02/2026

My son got his flu shot today. If I didn't trust it I wouldn't recommend it for my own family! Anything I recommend for my own family I would recommend for your children also.
Not only is the flu miserable, it's also dangerous and in full swing right now! I have seen one reaction to a flu shot in 29 years and thousands of kids and that was an allergic reaction that was treated in the office. As with any vaccine there are rare cases of side effects but in most people the benefits far outweigh the risks. We have flu shots and flu mist if your child is scared of needles.
The flu shot CANNOT give you the flu!! It's not 100% protective but if you do end up getting the flu later it will be a milder case than you would have experienced without it.
Please consider the shot as there have already been pediatric deaths from the flu in several states. Call for any appointment or with any questions you'd like to discuss. Thank you!

01/01/2026

Wishing you good health, blessings, joy and peace in 2026 and that anything negative is left in 2025! We are blessed to have cared for your kids this past year. ❤️ Happy New Year!!

12/26/2025

We hope you have a wonderful holiday season full of peace and joy and a time to slow down and enjoy your time with your kids! Please feel free to share any of your kid's Christmas pics or funny Santa moments ❤️

12/23/2025

We are hiring two medical assistants to help cover front and back to start mid-January when our new provider starts. Must have a medical assistant degree! Benefits provided!
If you think you are Santa's favorite MA, please send your resume to kidcarewest@yahoo.com or fax to 304-204-2093. Please share. Thank you!

12/16/2025

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FLU HAIR....DON'T CARE!!
WHEN YOU FEEL SO BAD THAT EVEN YOUR HAIR HURTS....IT'S PROBABLY THE FLU!!

WHAT IS IT? FLU A AND FLU B, mostly A
SYMPTOMS: Fever, Headache, Back pain, Leg weakness, dizziness upon standing, extreme fatigue and sleepiness, cough, runny nose, arm and leg pain
PREVENTION: Flu shots are available now. It's not too late. Tamiflu can be used preventively if you know you've been exposed. Wash your hands, stay home from school and sports
TREATMENT: Rest, fluids with electrolytes, Tamiflu
COMPLICATIONS: Dehydration, pneumonia, muscle inflammation called myositis and occasionally muscle break down affecting the kidneys called rhabdomyolysis
WHAT YOU CAN DO? CALL TODAY TO SCHEDULE YOUR FLU SHOT ❤️

PS: Our beautiful baby boy model is one of my family members, Jonah ❤️ FLU hair...Don't care!

12/05/2025

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A statement from American Academy of Pediatrics President, Dr. Susan J. Kressly:

The decision by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to downgrade its recommendations to protect infants from hepatitis B is a dangerous move that will harm children.

The American Academy of Pediatrics continues to recommend routine hepatitis B vaccination for all newborns: All babies should receive a first dose of the hepatitis B vaccine within 24 hours of birth, a second dose at one to two months, and a third dose at six months. The pacing of these doses has been rigorously tested and proven to be safe and effective over several decades.

Vaccinating all newborns against hepatitis B effectively prevents transmission of the virus to newborns during childbirth, supports them to build immunity against potential childhood infections, and ensures long-term protection into adulthood from a virus that can cause serious liver disease and liver cancer. Infants and children can be exposed to this virus by close caregivers who may not know they are infected. Delaying the birth dose of the hepatitis B vaccine has no clear benefits and leaves children vulnerable to infection.

Click here to read the full statement: https://bit.ly/3Y9ZQJT

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving!
We are very thankful for our patients and our relationships with you! You feel like family ❤️

11/26/2025

ALWAYS!! ❤️