Cottonwood Pediatrics

04/06/2026

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates dietary supplements as foods, not drugs, so manufacturers are not required to provide ingredient information before selling them. Manufacturers are responsible for ensuring their products are safe and that labels are truthful. The FDA can remove unsafe products from the market, but this is a post-market action.

The manufacturer agreed to recalling just one of the products, but the FDA advises consumers and retailers against consuming or selling both products.

04/03/2026

Spring is here and unfortunately so are pollen allergies. Pollen from trees, grasses and weeds is one of the most common allergens and can cause sneezing and itching. Keeping your windows closed during the spring season when pollen counts are high can help alleviate or prevent allergy symptoms. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4v3UGOH

04/01/2026

Today's parents of young children are mostly too young themselves to remember seeing the devastating toll polio takes on its victims. But just because polio is rarer now than before doesn't mean it's gone altogether, nor does it make polio any less dangerous an illness.

03/31/2026

Hand, foot and mouth disease spreads very easily through contact with saliva, mucus and stool of infected children. It’s most common among babies and children under five, but older kids and adults can catch it as well. Here’s everything parents need to know about the disease, including its symptoms, treatment and prevention. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3KRivXP

03/30/2026

Make sure your children are up-to-date on all their vaccines before you travel this spring and summer. Cottonwood patients may call the office to double-check at any time during office hours.

03/27/2026

If you ever have any questions about your child's care, please talk to your child's primary care provider. The providers at Cottonwood Pediatrics only have the best interests of our patients at heart; that's why we are all certified pediatric providers.

03/26/2026

Some information to keep in mind before your summer travels. If you are planning a trip by plane, train or automobile, screens can be helpful for keeping your child occupied.

03/25/2026

Routines help to keep life from becoming too chaotic and kids do best when routines are regular, predictable and consistent, but it can be hard to create routines that are effective but not too rigid. Learn more about creating the perfect routine for your family: https://bit.ly/4lTPuZM

03/24/2026

Fevers are common in kids, but they can be scary for parents! Learning how to treat them safely can ease anxiety and help you take control of the situation. Dr. Alok Patel shares everything parents need to know about treating fevers with over-the-counter medications, including proper dosing, safe storage, and when to call your pediatrician. Learn more: https://bit.ly/49j94dC

03/23/2026

Mumps - the other "M" in the MMR vaccine. Mumps can cause serious complications. Complications are more likely in adults, so if your child gets the mumps, they can also infect any adult around them who is also not vaccinated.

03/23/2026

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03/20/2026

The FDA has announced a recall of 89,592 bottles of liquid children’s ibuprofen. The recall was initiated by the manufacturer, Strides Pharma, after the company received complaints describing a “gel-like mass and black particles” inside the medication.

The recall is a Class II, which is typically carried out at the retail level, meaning products are removed from store shelves rather than homes, unless further action is advised, according to the FDA.

Parents and caregivers are advised to avoid giving children the recalled medication. If a child may have already consumed the product, concerned caregivers should contact a health care provider.

The FDA has issued a nationwide recall of nearly 90,000 bottles of children’s ibuprofen after reports of contamination with foreign substances, including black particles and a gel-like mass.