Seasonal Allergies

Is your child battling seasonal allergies? They’re not alone!

Learn how to recognize the signs and manage symptoms effectively. 🤧

  • Definition: Allergic rhinitis/hay fever
  • Common triggers: Pollen (flowers, trees, grass, weeds) and mold spores.
  • Onset timing: Spring (trees, flowers), late spring to summer (grass), late summer to fall (weeds, mold)
  • Symptoms: Runny nose, sneezing, itchy eyes/nose/throat, cough
  • Impact: Fatigue, poor concentration, increased infections, asthma exacerbations, behavioral issues
  • Prevention: Wash hands/face after outdoor play, check pollen forecasts, dry laundry indoors, bathe at bedtime, keep windows closed, use air conditioning
  • Treatment options: Nasal saline sprays, oral antihistamines, topical eye drops
  • Consultation: Seek advice from healthcare provider for personalized treatment

Source: https://www.chop.edu/news/health-tip/seasonal-allergies-keeping-symptoms-check

Measles Prevention

The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed a measles case in our area. Here’s what you need to know:
• Symptoms: Fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a rash.
• Prevention: The MMR vaccine is the best protection. Make sure your child is up to date!

If your child recently received their first MMR vaccine, they may be able to get their second dose sooner than usual — as soon as 4 weeks after the first. If you’re interested or have questions, feel free to ask your provider at your next visit or give our office a call.

Need to schedule a vaccination or have questions? Contact us today!

Measles infographic. Symptoms: high fever, cough, runny nose, red / watery eyes. Rash breaks out 3-5 days after symptoms begin.How to protect your child against measles? MMR vaccine. If your child recently received their first MMR vaccine, they may be able to get their second dose sooner than usual — as soon as 4 weeks after the first. If you’re interested or have questions, feel free to ask your provider at your next visit or give our office a call.

Learn more here: https://dph.georgia.gov/press-releases/2025-01-28/dph-confirms-measles-case-metro-atlan

Tuberculosis Exposure

 

Dear ECP Families,

We are aware of the recent Department of Public Health (DPH) letter that was sent out to
Walton High School students potentially exposed to Tuberculosis. The DPH has established a
testing date at Walton High School (10/29) and a subsequent date to read the test results
(10/31) for all students who received this letter.

We would like to reiterate that those students who did not receive a letter from the DPH
do NOT need to be tested and were deemed safe from potential exposure by the DPH.

Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by a bacteria called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. TB usually affects
the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body. Not everyone that gets infected with TB
becomes sick; they can develop inactive TB (or latent TB) and active TB. Tuberculosis is spread
through the air from one person to the other. Signs and symptoms of TB can include a cough
that lasts 3 weeks or more, chest pain, coughing up blood, fatigue, weight loss, loss of appetite,
chills, fevers, and night sweats. As TB is caused by a bacteria, it can be treated with medicine.

Testing for TB can be done via blood test or skin test. The DPH will be performing the TB skin
test at Walton High School on 10/29 for those students who were exposed. For the TB skin
test, a small needle will be used to put testing material under the skin. The skin will then need to
be re-evaluated in 2 days to see if there was a reaction. The DPH will be re-evaluating these
skin tests at Walton High School on 10/31.

We understand that receiving this letter could be distressing for your family but want to reassure you that the Department of Health will be appropriately screening for any potential infection. We ask that you please cooperate with their efforts to make sure your student is properly monitored post exposure.

East Cobb Pediatrics remains committed to the safety and well being of our patients. For more
information about Tuberculosis, please visit https://cdc.gov/tb/about/index.html

East Cobb Pediatric Family

 

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Flu Vaccines Available

Flu vaccines are now available at both our Marietta and Kennesaw offices. Every year the flu poses a health risk to both children and adults. The seasonal flu vaccine is an important method of preventing the spread of this contagious illness, limiting its severity, and reducing its potential complications.

To learn more about the flu vaccine and why we strongly recommend it, visit: https://www.eastcobbpeds.com/vaccines-immunization

To schedule a flu shot, visit: https://www.eastcobbpeds.com/appointments

 

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Dr. Moore will be seeing patients at both our Marietta and Kennesaw locations. To learn more about her background and how she can help your little ones thrive, visit her page and schedule an appointment today! 🌟