By Dr. Arthur Lavin It is a very reasonable stance to be skeptical about any medical intervention. Why is that? Because none are perfect. This is why we at Advanced Pediatrics always
By Dr. Arthur Lavin The CDC recently discussed the best timing for getting your flu shot. Why does the timing matter? You could be too early. The shot does not last longer
By Dr. Arthur Lavin Recent reports raised questions on the use of Zantac, at any age, including in newborns. Zantac is a medication used frequently to stop the stomach from making acid,
By Dr. Arthur Lavin On September 23, 2019, the American Academy of Pediatrics published a new policy, and it’s about a subject so, so many families experience – how to
By Dr. Arthur Lavin Recent news reports prove a deeply ominous development. Young people are losing their life to vaping. The deaths are all related to severe reaction in the
By Dr. Arthur Lavin Warnings abound for women nursing their babies regarding the use of medicine by the mother while nursing. And yet, solid information on what is safe, and
By Dr. Arthur Lavin Making Money on Addiction There is a pattern of products that are harmful being sold for profit: A company making the dangerous product almost always needs
By Dr. Arthur Lavin Lead and mercury are elements (more on that below) that are also poisons, meaning taking them into the body causes significant harm. These metals are some
By Dr. Arthur Lavin Readers of Real Answers with Dr. Lavin are likely familiar with recent posts on tests to see if taking extra Vitamin D helps. A series of recent studies suggest
Advanced Pediatrics is very pleased and excited to announce its annual Flu Fest, the 2019 round! As many of you know it is recommended that all people 6 months
