East Village Pediatrics

09/16/2025

To protect as many people as possible, AAP recommends that every newborn get the Hepatitis B vaccine as soon as they’re born. Why? Because if a mother has hepatitis B, she can pass it to her baby during birth... and many with hepatitis B don’t know they have it until they face serious liver problems later in life.

Often times, when adults are infected with hepatitis B, their immune system is able to overcome the virus so that it’s no longer a threat. But babies' immune systems aren’t as strong, so vaccinating newborns just after delivery allows their immune system to fight the infection quickly if exposed.

Learn more about the importance of the hepatitis B vaccine at birth from NBC News at the link below.
https://nbcnews.to/4gqnkCY

08/12/2025

Breast milk storage guidelines can be confusing! Pediatrician Dina DiMaggio shares her “rule of 4s” for breast milk storage: https://bit.ly/4l7av1a

07/12/2025

A measles outbreak centered in Texas has driven measles cases in the U.S. to the highest number in 33 years. Measles is preventable with a vaccine, but because so many aren't getting it, doctors are facing a new challenge. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.

07/05/2025

06/28/2025

Los niños pueden enfermarse por el calor cuando la temperatura supera los 32 °C (90 °F). Aquí tiene algunos consejos para proteger a su familia de las altas temperaturas y también disfrutar al máximo del verano. https://www.healthychildren.org/spanish/safety-prevention/at-home/paginas/protecting-children-from-extreme-heat-information-for-parents.aspx

06/10/2025

06/08/2025

Whooping cough cases are rising fast, with more than 8,000 reported in 2025--doubling last year’s numbers (and it’s only June). The whooping cough vaccine remains highly effective, especially in preventing severe illness and hospitalizations in infants, and boosters help extend that protection over time. Given the current rise in cases, it's important that you and your family are up to date with vaccinations. When more of us are vaccinated, we help build a healthier, safer community for everyone. Talk with your pediatrician about staying current with your whooping cough vaccinations. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3HGmSTB

05/30/2025

Cuando vacuna a su hijo, usted ayuda a detener las enfermedades. Pero cuando muchas personas no pueden acceder a las vacunas, se abre la puerta para que enfermedades peligrosas como el sarampión puedan regresar. Los bebés, las embarazadas y los niños con sistemas inmunes debilitados dependen de nosotros para mantener esa puerta cerrada. Ese es el poder de la inmunidad comunitaria o “de rebaño”.

05/24/2025

It can be hard to tell the difference between a cold and allergies. Here are some key differences between the two to help you figure out what's bothering your child. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3n5Rpfs

05/18/2025

New book is out!!!