Silver Spring Pediatrics

11/20/2025

For vaccine info, please visit the page below. In the article, there are other links for information on individual vaccines.

Here's what to know about the recommended immunization schedule for children and teens. The schedule is approved by the American Academy of Pediatrics and based on ongoing review of the most recent scientific data for each of the recommended vaccines and other immunizations. The schedule also recomm...

11/20/2025

Vaccines do not cause autism. They save lives.

AAP President Dr. Susan J. Kressly responds to the recent changes on the CDC’s website - “The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website has been changed to promote false information suggesting vaccines cause autism. Since 1998, independent researchers across seven countries have conducted more than 40 high-quality studies involving over 5.6 million people. The conclusion is clear and unambiguous: There’s no link between vaccines and autism. Anyone repeating this harmful myth is misinformed or intentionally trying to mislead parents.

We call on the CDC to stop wasting government resources to amplify false claims that sow doubt in one of the best tools we have to keep children healthy and thriving: routine immunizations. The American Academy of Pediatrics stands with members of the autism community who have asked for support in stopping this rumor from spreading any further."

11/12/2025

If you/your child takes Lisdexamfetamine (generic Vyvanse), please read article below.

MONDAY, Nov. 10, 2025 (Health News) — Millions of Americans who rely on medication for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be affected by a new

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! Check out our favorite book characters. Kids, be safe when trick-or-treating tonight!

10/21/2025

Thanks for getting your kids vaccinated for flu!! If you haven’t yet, there will be one last weekend DRIVE-UP FLU CLINIC on SUNDAY NOV. 2. Please call now for an appt. Remember it’s the end of daylight savings time that day!

10/10/2025

Do you have a toddler who wants nothing but milk? Read below.

Find tips to help ease a milk dependency habit, reintroduce solid foods, prevent nutrient gaps and encourage a healthier, more varied diet for your toddler or young child.

10/07/2025

Please take some time to read this article. This will give you a thorough explanation of why the birth dose of Hepatitis B is so important.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s new CDC advisory board continues to try and fix things that aren’t broken. Next up: the hepatitis B vaccine birth dose.

09/21/2025

It was perfect weather this weekend for the first drive thru flu clinic of the season. Don’t worry if you missed it because there will be another one on Saturday, October 18th from 9am-12pm by appointment only. The last drive thru clinic will be in November. There’s always the option to get it in the office if you can’t make it on a weekend.

09/09/2025

There are still a few spots left for the Saturday 9/20 drive-up flu clinic. All SSP families can now call to schedule. Don’t worry if you aren’t able to come to the Sept clinic…There will be one in October as well.

09/04/2025

Our first saturday drive-up FLU CLINIC will be on Sept 20 from 9-12. Please call now to schedule. This is for SSP families with private insurance only*.

08/31/2025

As you’re searching the internet for health-related content for your children, you’re probably wondering who/what info you can trust…Click below for the page with trustworthy resources. Of course, we’re always available to discuss your concerns.

As you read up on things that affect your child’s health, you may come across false rumors or outdated ideas—especially on the internet and social media. It’s important to find trustworthy, up-to-date information. That can be hard when the internet and social media can elevate falsehoods and p...

08/30/2025

The office will be closed on Monday Sept 1 for the Labor Day holiday. For urgent matters that cannot wait until the office is reopened, please call the office number to be connected to our answering service. Enjoy the beautiful weather and be safe!