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Lake Forest Pediatrics staff participated in the celebration of giving by supporting The Catholic Charities Christmas Gift Program.
Each year, thousands of people count on Catholic Charities to help make their Christmas wishes come true.
Through the generosity and support of Lake Forest Pediatrics staff, two families will receive gifts and necessities during the holidays to help brighten their Christmas season.
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The CDC has announced the results of scientific studies on the flu mist. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) found the nasal mist vaccine to be relatively ineffective in flu seasons from 2013-2016. The most recent round of research found the flu mist no longer offers a stronger immunity than the traditional flu shot. Because of this, Lake Forest Pediatric Associates will only offer the more effective injected flu vaccination option this year.
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Lake Forest Pediatrics strives to provide high quality, compassionate, and outstanding pediatric care to the families of the communities we serve. The well-being and availability of health care for kids is a very important matter. For over 20 years the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) has helped provide healthcare for children and their families.
It has been over 100 days since Congress passed funding for this program. In order to avoid a government shutdown by January 19th, Congress must pass a new government spending bill. We encourage you to make your voice heard by contacting your members of Congress to let them know the importance of including CHIP funding in this bill.
Call your members of Congress today:
877-233-9025 and be directed to the offices of your federal legislators.
Tweet to your members of Congress today and include this hashtag: #ExtendCHIP
• Twitter handles for all US Senators:
https://twitter.com/cspan/lists/senators/members
• Twitter handles for all US Representatives:
https://twitter.com/cspan/lists/u-s-representatives
Please also feel free to share this message in order to raise awareness for the urgency of including healthcare coverage for millions of children in this bill. Thank you for supporting children and their families!
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The CDC recommends a routine annual influenza (flu) vaccination for all children aged 6 months and older, without contraindications.
Flu vaccination appointments are now available in all 3 of our Lake Forest Pediatric offices. Only injectable flu vaccine will be given this year.
Please call 847-295-1220 for an appointment.
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All of us at Lake Forest Pediatric Associates wish you a Happy Fourth of July!
As always, Lake Forest Pediatric Associates is available to serve you 24/7/365. Please reach out to us by phone at 847-295-1220.
On the Fourth of July, our Lake Bluff office will be open from 8:00 am to Noon for acute illness visits only. Please note that Walk-In Sick Call will not be available. Please call us on July 4th at 847-295-1220 to schedule your child’s acute illness appointment.
Our Vernon Hills and Lindenhurst offices will be closed on the Fourth of July.
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Happy Holidays!
We’re here providing family-focused care throughout the holiday season. Please email or call 847-295-1220 to schedule an appointment. Morning sick call (no appointment needed) is available Monday – Saturday, 8:00 – 9:00 am.
HOLIDAY HOURS
Christmas Eve, December 24, 2016, Lake Bluff and Lindenhurst offices will be open from 8:00 am – noon on Christmas Eve. Vernon Hills office will be closed.
Christmas Day, December 25, 2016, Our Lake Bluff office will be open from 8:00 am – noon by appointment only for urgent care, (No walk-in care) on Christmas Day. Vernon Hills and Lindenhurst offices will be closed.
Monday, December 26, 2016, Our Lake Bluff office will be open from 8:00 am – noon by appointment only for urgent care, (No walk-in care) The Vernon Hills and Lindenhurst offices will be closed.
New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2016, Lake Bluff and Lindenhurst offices will be open from 8:00 am – noon on New Year’s Eve. Vernon Hills office will be closed.
New Year’s Day, January 1, 2017, Our Lake Bluff office will be open from 8:00 am – noon by appointment only for urgent care, (No walk-in care) on New Year’s Day. Vernon Hills and Lindenhurst offices will be closed.
Monday, January 2, 2017, Our Lake Bluff will be open from 8:00 am – noon by appointment only for urgent care, (No walk-in care) The Vernon Hills and Lindenhurst offices will be closed.
847-295-1220
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Summer road construction is taking place on Grand Avenue (Route 132) west of Route 45. The construction is causing delays on Grand Avenue and adjacent roadways. Click here for an interactive map of road conditions in the area.
Because of the road construction, our patients are experiencing delays in accessing our Lindenhurst Office. Please plan to add some extra travel time if you have an appointment at our Lindenhurst office.
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Our offices are experiencing phone and computer outages due to power issues in the area. Thank you for your patience while we work to restore the systems. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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We’re excited to announce that our phone system will be updated soon! The new Comcast phone system will bring advanced technology, improved reliability, and innovative communications features to our pediatric practice.
We are in the final stages of making the transition from our AT&T system to the new Comcast system. We expect to finalize the transition to the new phone system on Tuesday, August 28th, sometime after 4:00 pm. The transition work is expected to take up to two hours to complete. During that time, we will not have phone service. If you need to contact us during that time period, please either send a message via the portal for non-emergent situations/questions or call our answering service. As always, for medical emergencies call 911.
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With the recently confirmed cases of measles in the Chicago area, parents are naturally concerned about their children’s health and well-being. Below are answers to the most common questions that we are receiving.
When should my child receive the measles vaccination?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends all children get two doses of the MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccine, starting with the first dose at 12 through 15 months of age, and the second dose at 4 through 6 years of age.
Should my child who is less than 12 months old have the vaccine?
At this time, officials are not recommending early vaccination unless the child 1) has had a “known exposure” to the measles virus or 2) if there are plans for upcoming air travel abroad or to an area of known measles outbreak. In these two situations, children who are at least 6 months of age may receive the MMR vaccine. Note: Children receiving the MMR vaccine prior to 12 months of age will still require two additional doses of the vaccine per the regular recommended schedule.
Should my child receive the second dose of MMR vaccine early?
While children may receive the second dose of the MMR vaccine early (before 4 years of age), at this time officials are not recommending an early booster vaccination.
What are the symptoms of measles?
Measles signs and symptoms will generally appear 8 to 12 days after exposure to the virus. Signs and symptoms of measles are progressive and typically include:
The infection occurs in sequential stages over a period of two to three weeks.
1. Infection and incubation. For the first 8 to 12 days after you’re infected, the measles virus incubates. You have no signs or symptoms of measles during this time.
2. Nonspecific signs and symptoms. Measles typically begins with a mild to moderate fever, often accompanied by a persistent cough, runny nose, inflamed eyes (conjunctivitis) and sore throat. This relatively mild illness may last two or three days.
3. Acute illness and rash. The rash consists of small red spots, some of which are slightly raised. Spots and bumps in tight clusters give the skin a splotchy red appearance. The face breaks out first, particularly behind the ears and along the hairline.
Over the next few days, the rash spreads down the arms and trunk, then over the thighs, lower legs and feet. At the same time, fever rises sharply, often as high as 104 to 105.8 F (40 to 41 C). The measles rash gradually recedes, fading first from the face and last from the thighs and feet.
4. Communicable period. A person with measles can spread the virus to others for about 8 days, starting four days before the rash appears and ending when the rash has been present for four days.
Call our office if you believe your child may have the measles.
The physicians and staff of Lake Forest Pediatric Associates are committed to the health and well-being of your children. Rest assured that we will continue to monitor developments in this situation and make information available to the parents of our patients.
