National Children’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of June in the U.S. It is a moment to recognize the challenges kids face and our responsibility to help shape a future for them. This day goes back to 1856 when Reverend Dr. Charles Leonard of Massachusetts dedicated it to…
June 4 is a special day dedicated to honoring the grandparents in our lives—those steady, loving presences who bridge generations with wisdom, warmth, and care. Grandfather and Grandmother Day is a moment to celebrate these irreplaceable family members and reflect on the many ways they contribute to our families and…
This flu season has been particularly severe. The CDC reports that 216 children in the U.S. have died from flu-related complications, the highest number in 15 years and growing. One likely reason for the surge, fewer kids are getting vaccinated. Flu shot rates among children have dropped significantly in recent…
Travel offers unforgettable memories, new experiences, a fresh perspective, and the opportunity to recharge but no one wants to bring home an unwanted souvenir like a cold, flu, measles, or a stomach bug. Fortunately, doctors who travel often have a handful of travel tips that reduce the risk of travel…
Most people associate the flu with a high fever. Fever is one of the symptoms of the influenza virus. However, it’s possible to have the flu without ever running a temperature, especially in mild cases. What Flu Symptoms Look Like When the body detects a virus like influenza, it often…
Once declared eliminated in the U.S., measles is making a comeback. If current trends continue health experts warn it could become endemic within just two decades. That means measles wouldn’t just be a rare outbreak, it could become a regular, recurring threat across the country. Recently the CDC reported 884…
Watertown, Mass, May 20, 2025 – This month Leapfrog released their list of US hospitals that have earned consecutive “A” safety grades from The Leapfrog Group since 2012. The Leapfrog Group is an independent nonprofit focused on patient safety. Of note 100% of the hospitals awarded an “A” use Exergen’s…
In 2023, Pew Research revealed nearly one in five “stay-at-home parents” are men, so fathers “now represent 18% of stay-at-home parents, up from 11% in 1989.” Although there is still a significant difference compared to the number of stay-at-moms, it shows society is expanding its perception of the topic. Fatherhood…
