Raleigh Pediatrics

Abbott has initiated a voluntary recall of certain lots of 2 Fl oz bottles of Similac READY TO FEED liquid products. (This recall does not affect any powdered formulas.) It was discovered that a small percentage of bottles in the recalled list may not have sealed completely during the manufacturing process which could result in spoiled formula. Raleigh Pediatrics has some of the recalled products on hand in both offices...

Infant Formula Shortage Information All reports indicate that the formula shortage is expected to continue for several more months.  The FDA , formula manufacturers and other agencies are doing all they can to resolve this crisis.  This is a helpful grid showing  Infant_Formula_Substitutes and the AAP's Healthy Children website linked here has really good practical advice for dealing with the current infant formula shortage. If you need additional assistance or...

Important Recall Notice from Abbott Nutrition regarding Similac, Alimentum and EleCare powder formula. If you or someone you know uses one of these powder formulas, please stop using immediately and check the lot number on the can by going to the Similac Recall website. (click the yellow banner at the top to check your formula lot number) https://www.similac.com/home.html Formulas not produced at the Sturgis, Michigan facility were not affected.

Please see the NCDHHS website for our state's latest efforts to end the COVID-19 pandemic. https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/    

More than a million American children younger than 6 years suffer poisoning every year. Household cleaners, personal care products, and over-the-counter medications lead the list of poisons. This article will help parents prevent accidental poisoning in and around the home. Next week is National Poison Prevention Week. We encourage you to share this article in support of this annual campaign. A “share” button appears at the bottom of the article. View the...

Since December 2014, a measles outbreak that began at Disneyland in California has grown to more than 120 cases in multiple states. Most of the people who have gotten sick were not vaccinated against measles. This is a stark reminder of the importance of making sure children are fully vaccinated. This article provides answers to questions many parents have about this measles outbreak. Read the full article in English or Spanish.

The AAP’s HealthyChildren.org September newsletter has highlighted some common childhood infections, such as head lice and hand-foot-and-mouth disease, as well as provided information on the current outbreak of Enterovirus D68 in the Midwest United States. Click here to read the newsletter. Visit HealthyChildren.org for other useful information for parents.

The AAP’s Healthy Children website has published some back-to-school tips for the start of the new school year.  Click here for advice about: Making the First Day Easier Backpack Safety Traveling To and From School Eating at School Bullying Before and After School Child Care Developing Good Homework and Study Habits. The Healthy Children website has lots of other useful information to help parents keep their children healthy, including information on the various Ages & Stages of...