Here are some links to information about masks and returning to school to help you prepare for this fall. https://services.aap.org/en/pages/2019-novel-coronavirus-covid-19-infections/clinical-guidance/cloth-face-coverings/ https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/COVID-19/Pages/Mask-Mythbusters.aspx https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/COVID-19/Pages/Cloth-Face-Coverings-for-Children-During-COVID-19.aspx

Historically, Adirondack Pediatrics has been able to serve people that are visiting Lake George / Southern Adirondack Region when their children are sick or injured during vacation. Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, for the safety of our established patients and staff, this year we are unable to see patients who are not already established…
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An antibody test checks for an immune response. If you have a positive antibody test for Covid-19, it means you may have been exposed and your body has created a memory. At this time, we do not know how long your immune system holds onto this memory nor do we know if you get re-exposed…
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Adirondack Pediatrics is still open to treat your children.  To protect you as well as our staff we are adjusting how we see patients.  When you call in for an appointment, a staff member will be asking you a series of screening questions to determine what the best way is to deliver care to your…
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Adirondack Pediatrics would like to take a moment to provide an update on testing for COVID-19. Per CDC guidelines, Adirondack Pediatrics is following PRIORITY testing guidelines listed below.  We have reviewed with local public health and continues to adjust our practice with this fluid situation. Hospitalized patients who have signs and symptoms compatible with COVID-19…
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We at Adirondack Pediatrics are currently using guidance from the CDC and New York State Department of Health, along with local health departments, to help prevent the spread of the novel Coronavirus infection. We do not currently have the necessary equipment to test for Coronavirus at our office. If your child is sick with cough,…
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We have received the following message from Warren County Health Services in regards to the recent diagnosis of a Pharmacist at CVS: We received notice that there has been Coronavirus Exposure at a Warren County drug store; CVS on 5 Main Street in Glens Falls. We are actively working with NYSDOH and the pharmacy to…
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Dear parents and guardians: We wanted to take this opportunity to update you as CDC is continuing to assess the coronavirus, we are aware of concerns in the community about the spread of this relatively new virus.  Adirondack Pediatrics is closely monitoring this fluid situation and following guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control…
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Adirondack Pediatrics will be holding 2 Flu clinics in September.  The First will be Saturday September 21, 2019 from  9 am to 11 am.  The Second will be on Saturday September 28, 2019 from 9 am to 11 am.  Space is limited so please call our office at 518-798-9538 to reserve a space for your…
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https://healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-play/Pages/Sun-Safety.aspx Sun Safety: Information for Parents About Sunburn & Sunscreen It’s good for children and adults to spend time playing and exercising outdoors, and it’s important to do so safely. Simple Rules to Protect your Family from Sunburns Keep babies younger than 6 months out of direct sunlight. Find shade under a tree, an umbrella,…
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