Healthy Roots Pediatrics

12/03/2025

We strongly agree with the AAP recommendations for administering the hepatitis B dose for infants.

11/27/2025

Our office will be closed Thursday and Friday in observance of the holiday. On Saturday morning, we will be open for urgent sick appointments only.
We wish you a safe and happy Thanksgiving. 🍗🦃

11/25/2025

We're thrilled to be part of a Food Drive this Holiday Season, bringing hope and support to families who need it most. Please see details below. 🎄🎁 🥫 ❤️

11/21/2025

Important recall notices have been issued for Byheart powdered infant formula and Vyvanse ADHD medication. Please review the affected lot numbers via the links below.

If you are taking Vyvanse, contact your pharmacy to verify if the lot number is affected.

https://portal.ct.gov/dph/newsroom/press-releases---2025/byheart-infant-formula-recall

https://www.health.com/adhd-medication-recall-november-2025-11842155

Botulism poses an urgent risk to infants; families advised to reach out to healthcare providers with concerns. No cases reported in Connecticut; the Department updates health advisory and increases surveillance

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from our work family 🎃
🍽️ PAC-man is starving 🍽️ 🤤

10/30/2025

Healthy Roots Pediatrics is going Digital with CHADIS, starting 11/10/25. All in office screening paperwork will need to be completed online prior to your appointment. Your appointment may be delayed if the paperwork is not completed.

You will receive notifications starting 7 days before your appointment to complete your online forms.
You will need to have a patient portal to access the paperwork needed. Please call our office with any questions you have about this transition. We will be sending out a text notification to all of our families.

Thank you for your patience during this update.!

10/29/2025

We are pleased to announce our transition to digital communications beginning November 10, 2025. You will receive notifications via text message or email, which will include instructions for completing health related questionnaires. This initiative aims to save time and reduce paper consumption. We encourage you to embrace this digital transformation.
Save Time!!! Save Paper!!! Go Digital!!!

10/23/2025

Get a head start on a healthy November - call us to schedule your Flu and Covid vaccine 💉😊!

10/20/2025

We are receiving many calls regarding the COVID vaccine. We would like to share the most common questions we are receiving.

Question #1: Where can I get my child the COVID vaccine?

Answer #1: We (finally) received our shipment at the end of last week! Please call our office to schedule a vaccine visit for your child(ren) 18 and younger.
If your child is 19 or older, he/she/they will have to obtain the vaccine at a pharmacy. Some local pharmacies are providing the COVID vaccine for children. However, many are requiring a prescription from the pediatrician to do so. If you choose to take this route, you will need to schedule a telehealth appt with one of our providers so we can review your child’s chart and order the vaccine. Some pharmacies are stating they provide the COVID vaccine, but they will NOT administer it (they instruct parents to bring the vaccine to the pediatrician’s office for administration). We will not administer any COVID vaccines that do not come from our supply.

Question #2: Does my child need to have a qualifying condition/health risk to receive the 2025/2026 COVID-19 vaccine?

Answer #2: The short answer is no. In the State of Connecticut, the COVID-19 vaccine can be administered to anyone over 6 months of age who desires the vaccine, regardless of risk factors.
Direct communication we have received from the Connecticut Department of Public Health includes:

• Vaccination against COVID-19 remains the most effective defense to prevent severe COVID-19 disease outcomes.
• We urge providers to discuss vaccination with patients and parents/guardians and to encourage COVID-19 vaccine based on risk and shared clinical decision making – immunizations are particularly important for persons at greater risk of severe disease.

Question #3: How do I know if my child has a qualifying health condition?

Answer #3: In the State of Connecticut, you do not need to have a qualifying condition to receive the 2025/2026 COVID-19 vaccine. However, the qualifying conditions (per CDC designation) that we see most commonly in our patient population are: ADHD, autism, asthma, diabetes, learning disabilities, mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression, neurodevelopmental disorders, obesity and physical inactivity.

For a complete list, see: https://www.cdc.gov/covid/hcp/clinical-care/underlying-conditions.html

10/14/2025

Our dedicated providers and staff are elevating their skills during CPR training week, reflecting our commitment to ongoing education and excellence.

10/09/2025

Schedule your flu clinic appointment for one of the following dates:
Friday 10/10,
Saturday 10/11,
Monday 10/13, or Thursday 10/16. Call to book your spot!

10/08/2025

Let's kick off a healthy season with our first flu clinic and take the first step towards a healthier community! 😀