Dr. Javier Ramirez-Lavin Pediatric Clinic

Is your child interested in gymnastics after watching the Olympics? Gymnastics can be a great sport for kids, helping them build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination. If injuries occur while participating gymnastics, pediatrician and sports medicine physician Elizabeth Portin recommends that you follow the R.I.C.E. (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) method. Learn more about how to prevent common gymnastic injuries so your child can have a safe & fun experience: https://bit.ly/46wVXlR

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Extreme Heat: Tips to Keep Kids Safe When Temperatures Soar Extreme heat can cause children to become sick in several ways. Make sure to protect your child from the heat as much as possible, watch for symptoms, and call your doctor if you see any develop.

Stay active this summer at our Sports Explosion camp! Learn the basics and rules of sports such as soccer, volleyball, football, and more. Register now and join in on the fun! ⚽🏐😄

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Medical Billing Help: Understanding Your Charges | AAP We all get medical bills whether we want them or not. Deciphering a medical bill can be difficult; and the important information such as how much, who, and w...

What is the best first sport for kids? Swimming should be the first sport a child learns. Beyond the fun and fitness it provides, swimming is an essential life skill that can help protect your child from drowning. Drowning is the #1 cause of death among children aged 1 to 4.

Tips for Freezing & Refrigerating Breast Milk When it comes to breast milk, how you store it depends on how soon you want to use it. Follow these safety guidelines.

Don't be left out of the fun, register now for Gym & Yard Games! Enjoy indoor and outdoor games such as lawn darts, basketball, ring toss, and many more! ☀️🏀

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Our office will be closed Thursday July 4th and Friday July 5th in observance of Independence Day. We will resume normal business hours on Monday July 8, 2024. Have a fun and safe Fourth of July.

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Nuestra oficina estará cerrada el jueves 4 de julio y el viernes 5 de julio en conmemoración del Día de la Independencia. Reanudaremos el horario comercial normal el lunes 8 de julio de 2024. Que disfrutes de un 4 de julio divertido y seguro.

Enjoy Indoor & Outdoor games such as Co****le, Ring Toss, Bucket Games and Lawn Darts. Family fun
activities than can be played at Pic-Nics, Parties or any special events. Don’t be left out of the fun!☀️🌳

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Make sure to check out our TAAF Track program and our different invitational track meets. Our track program is led by a team of experienced coaches. 🥇🏃‍♂️

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Beach Safety for Families: Safe Fun in the Sun, Sand & Sea Whether your family's favorite beach spot is near the ocean or the edge of a river or lake, here are ways to make sure that health hazards don't spoil your good time. Learn how to keep kids safe.

Our office will be closed on Monday May 27 in observance of Memorial Day. We will re-open to normal business hours on Tuesday May 28.

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Nuestra oficina estará cerrada el lunes 27 de mayo en conmemoración del Día de los Caídos. Reabriremos en horario comercial normal el martes 28 de mayo.

Playing Outside: Why It’s Important for Kids ​No matter what the weather brings, playing outside is good for kids. There is scientific evidence that playing outside improves health, and children of all ages love it. Even as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, outdoor time and nature exploration are safe for most kids. And we know that the more ...

Join us for a a summer full of art activities! Our ArtVenture class is now open for 17 year old's. Throughout the camp you will learn sculpting, painting, drawing, crafting and photography. 🖌️✨

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Kick you way into our soccer program! Come learn the basics and variety of soccer skills throughout the session.⚽

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Eczema & Sports: How to Help Your Child Prevent Flare-Ups ​Participating in sports can boost a child's physical and mental health in so many ways. But for kids with eczema, exercise can also worsen their symptoms or lead to eczema flare-ups. The good news: preparing your child with the proper clothing and moisturizing routine can prevent or minimize ecze...

We will be closed Friday March 29, 2024 in observance of Good Friday and Easter Weekend. We will re-open Monday April 1, 2024. Happy Easter.

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Estaremos cerrados el viernes 29 de marzo de 2024 en conmemoración del Viernes Santo y el fin de semana de Pascua. Reabriremos el lunes 1 de abril de 2024. Felices Pascuas.

Measles: What Parents Need to Know Measles is caused by a virus that can spread easily through the air when an infected person sneezes or coughs and someone nearby inhales the infected droplets. It can also be transmitted by direct contact with fluids from the nose or mouth of an infected person.

Hop your way to the finish line at our Bunny 2k Hop! Don't miss this fun and festive event at Palm View Park, participants will receive a finisher medal, racing bib, event shirt and a swag bag. 🐰🌷

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If your family is planning to travel internationally to any country, the CDC now recommends babies ages 6 to 11 months should have one dose of the MMR vaccine to prevent measles at least two weeks before travel. Children 12 months and older should have two doses of the MMR vaccine before international travel. Depending on your travel destination and the activities you have planned, other vaccines may also be recommended. Talk to your pediatrician with questions about the MMR vaccine or how to protect your children from measles and visit HealthyChildren to learn more: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/vaccine-preventable-diseases/Pages/Measles.aspx

Come learn and improve your basketball abilities with Collegiate Athletes. Join us at Lark Community Center at our Basketball Camp, every participant will receive a camp shirt and a basketball. 🏀

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Hop your way into the fun! Enjoy a thrilling, family event at our Bunny 2k Hop. Each participant will receive a Finisher Medal, Racing Bib, Event Shirt and a Swag Bag! 🐰🌼

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RSV, Flu & COVID: How Are These Respiratory Illnesses Different? Your child has a stuffy nose, cough and fever. Is it a cold? RSV? The flu? Or are they symptoms of COVID? Some COVID, flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and cold symptoms can be alike. But there are some clues that set each of these common viruses apart. Learn more here.

Pass, shoot, swing, kick, throw your way to being an all-around sports athlete! Come learn the basics of a variety of soccer throughout the session at Palm View Community Center.

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Don't miss out on our Tiny Larks Baseball program at Lark Community Center. Students will learn basic baseball skills and will showcase them in an end of session All-Star baseball game with announcers, officials and fans. A Once in a Lifetime Experience.⚾

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