Yearly Archives: 2011

At least 3-4 times a month I get asked about chickenpox, the vaccine, and its protection against and relationship to shingles.  Most people have heard about shingles, may even know someone who has had it, seem to know there is some relationship to chickenpox, but…

Dr. Anthony Magit shares some important tips for all of us to remember to keep children safe at home during the holidays.  From avoiding serving food that kids could choke on, like nuts or popcorn, to keeping low-hanging ornaments and decorations out of kids’ reach,…

The airports and freeways are busier than ever this time of year, and Dr. Anthony Magit reviews some solid advice on making our holiday travels safe and stress free.  Remembering to check with the airline if you need to purchase a ticket for your little one,…

As I headed out to work today the weather really caught my attention, how cold and dry it has become. Yes, it’s winter in San Diego!  My hands were also cold and dry and it made me think about all of my patients with eczema…

Can we overschedule our kids?  You bet we can and unfortunately a lot of us are doing it already.  Although most of us act with the best of intentions, it’s easy to get caught up when planning extracurricular activities.  The downfall, however, is that too…

Ever feel like there are just not enough hours in the day to get everything done?  Okay, so these smartphone apps can’t make the day longer, but they can help you manage the hours you do have.  While there’s thousands of apps out there (and…

The school year is in full swing and your child is adjusting to once again being in that unique social environment. It’s always important to strike a balance between involving yourself in your child’s life and allowing them room to develop a sense of independence….