Tanner's Tails Blog

Summer heat

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:12:00 -0700

With the high temperatures,Tanner would like to remind everyone to not leave children or pets in cars. The heat level can rise to a deadly rate in a very short time. Remember to get plenty to drink and use sunscreen. It is always easier to prevent a burn than to heal one. Doctor McManus will be returning on August 2nd, he looks forward to seeing you all. Stay safe and cool.

Get ready for back to school

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 09:28:00 -0700

With summer well underway and back to school shopping starting up again, Northwest Spokane Pediatrics would like to remind you to schedule your well child exam. At your visit, we can update your child’s sports physical, check on any needed vaccinations, and fill out any school paperwork for medications. Remember that all children entering kindergarten and 6^thgrade are required to get their booster vaccines. Make sure to also check with your physician to see if your child is up to date on their hepatitis A and varicella vaccines. When transitioning back into school, if your child seems to be struggling with his schoolwork or you have concerns about his behavior, schedule a behavior evaluation at our office. Our office specializes in ADD/ADHD and our goal is to help your child succeed in both school and home.

Tylenol, Mortin and Benadryl recall

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 16:02:00 -0700

Northwest Spokane Pediatrics Once again more information about Benadryl, Tylenol, and Motrin is available at http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mcneilproductrecall.com%2F&h=cf50eb8U2iafMh4VZ0PFHhxkVQw please check your mediations. We want to keep all our families healthy and happy. Have a great weekend, use your sunscreen and get plenty of fluids in this hot weather.

HOOPFEST WEEKEND IN SPOKANE

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 09:47:00 -0700

This weekend is a very busy time for Spokane with the Hoopfest event this weekend. I would like to wish all of families involved in Hoopfest the best of luck! I want to remind everyone to use plenty of sun screen and reapply as needed. Remembering to prevent a burn is easier than healing one. With the warmer weather remember to get plenty to drink, rest in the shade when possible. The medical teams in the area will be in place and ready to help if needed.

Operation Family ID

Thu, 27 May 2010 14:30:00 -0700

Take the time to protect your loved ones. Visit Spokane C.O.P.S. and learn about Operation Family ID. Vist this website for more information http://www.spokanecops.org/OFID.htm My family protected me with an ID chip. Love Tanner

Pampers Recall

Thu, 06 May 2010 15:16:00 -0700

Recent rumors about the Pampers rash dismissed, please visit this website for more information. http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE64564A20100506?type=domesticNews

Children's medication recall

Tue, 04 May 2010 08:20:00 -0700

Please check your medication to see if it is part of the recall. You can find the information at http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm210441.htm .

Google Me

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 10:13:00 -0700

Google me, Tanner, at Northwest Spokane Pediatrics to find out what is happening. I look forward to reading all of your comments. With the warmer weather I am busy hiking and playing ball. What are you and your family doing for fun? Comment me and maybe other families will want to do what you are doing. Staying active and enjoying life is a key element in staying healthy. Now remember to get out and do!!

Bloomsday

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 09:33:00 -0700

Watch for our profile in Spokane Coeur D’Alene Living magazine. Our office will be profiled in the April/May issue. This issue will also be addressing allergies/lung health. With the warmer weather we are seeing an early allergy and asthma rise in our patients. You can also visit their website at http://www.spokanecda.com/ I have been training for bloomsday,but I wish they would let dogs run as well as people. Maybe next year we can have a dog’s Bloomsday race? Remember to get out and do! Your body will thank you. visti the bloomsday site at http://www.bloomsdayrun.org/

St Patrick's Day is next week!

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:47:00 -0800

Saint Patrick's Day is March 17th, don't forget to enjoy all Spokane has to offer. Spokane's Annual Saint Patrick's Day information can be found at http://www.friendlysonsofstpatrick.com/ . With the warmer weather we are seeing an increase in allergy symptoms. If your child is coughing, it may be time to get their allergy medication refilled. Call today so they can enjoy all the spring time events. You can keep an eye on the pollen count in our area by visiting http://www.pollen.com/allergy-forecast.asp . Hope to see you at the Saint Paddy's Five race on March 14, 2010 http://www.paddysfivemiler.com/ this is a great opportunity to get out and do something fun. I am working on a three minute mile, do you think they will let dogs run?

Happy Valentines!!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:05:00 -0800

Everyone at Northwest Spokane Pediatrics wants to wish you a happy Valentines Day! Love Tanner

Asthma Season

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 14:25:00 -0800

Remember to come and see us if you are having trouble with your asthma. The weather is warmer and we are seeing an increase in asthma symptoms. If you are having trouble please make an appointment so we can help you feel the better. Asthma is a long term condition involving the respiratory track. In asthmatics the airways occasionally constrict, become inflamed, and can have excessive amounts of mucus, often in response to one or more triggers. Exacerbation's may be triggered by such things as exposure to allergens, smoke (from tobacco or wood burning fireplaces), cold or warm air, perfume, pet dander, moist air, exercise or exertion, or emotional stress. In kids, the most common triggers are viral illnesses such as those that cause the common cold. This airway narrowing causes symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. The airway constriction responds to bronchodilators (i.e. albuterol) but these do not fix the inflammation. Between episodes, most patients feel well but can have mild symptoms and they may remain short of breath after exercise for longer periods of time than the unaffected individual. Asthma symptoms can range from mild to life threatening but they can usually be controlled with a combination of medications and environmental changes If you have questions please visit http://kidshealth.org/teen/centers/asthma_center.html

Community Service at Northwest Spokane

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 16:05:00 -0800

We recently had the pleasure of having a Mount Spokane High Student, Stephanie Sutton, volunteer her time for community service in our office. We loved having her in the office and thank her for all her hard work. She was very professional and friendly. Here is what she had to say about her experience in our office.

Stephanie Sutton

January 14, 2010

Community Service

Community Service in my eyes is serving those less fortunate than myself. I volunteered at Northwest Spokane pediatrics and worked with several different programs that serve our community. Going into this assignment I did it simply for just the hours not the people it effected. But as soon as I got started at Northwest Spokane Pediatrics I knew the experience would be for more than just the grade. When I stepped back and actually thought about how this will effect peoples life’s the experience meant more than I imagined.

All the outdated medicine at the office we donated to Missionary programs. The medicine was donated to those who are ill and are not able to afford it on their own. I never realized how many underprivileged people were sick in our community and needed help. To think they don’t always the medical attention they need made me feel guilty. If I’m sick I can go to the doctor, buy the medicine I need and get better but these people aren’t as fortunate. The families at Northwest Spokane pediatrics, including myself

donated old unused toys to our local shelters. I never thought that something I viewed as outdated would bring the same joy I once had to another child. These children often didn’t have toys so when they got the items we donated they said it was like Christmas to them. I’ve donated old items in the past but I never got to witness how they would change their lives. So to know that my old toys I used to cherish so much would make a different in a Childs life made me feel good. I think the event that stands out the most to me is the effect the therapy dog Tanner had on the patients. I got to first hand witness the calming effect animals have on children. A baby would go in for shots screaming and crying and end up smiling as I brought Tanner in the room. This had a major impact on me because I love animals and enjoy seeing how they can help people. My absolute favorite part of the community service experience was shredding old paper and donating it to the humane societies. I got to see the dogs without homes which made me feel bad but they got new bedding. Doing anything for animals touches my heart the most. I’ve always been an animal lover and two of my current dogs came from the pound.

To conclude my experience in the community I learned that community service touches the lives of many. Even if it just started out as a school assignment I’ve personally learned there is more to this world than just me. Not everyone on this planet is born with the same opportunities so its important to give back. I am a very fortunate person that can afford medicine, toys, and to care for my pets. Not everyone around me is as fortunate so to give back made me feel like I’m doing something good. The whole experience actually made me a lot happier because I felt like I made a difference in to people. I wasn’t just a selfish teenager for once.

Happy New Year Spokane Families

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 11:06:00 -0800

Tanner is so excited to usher in the New Year! Everyone here at Northwest Spokane Pediatrics wants to wish you and your family, a very happy and healthy New Year!!! Remember to be safe and enjoy all the festivities. First Night downtown Spokane is a wonderful family friendly event. Our office will be closed for the holiday and will reopen January 4th.

Holiday Hours

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 10:04:00 -0800

I am so excited for the Holidays! I have finished all my Christmas shopping, and now just waiting for Santa to come and bring me some bones, and mini carrots! I want all my little friends to know that our office will be closed at noon on Christmaseve and will open Monday the 28. That way we can all spend time with our friends and family. We will also be closed New Years eve at noon, and will open Monday January 4. I hope you all have a safe and happy holiday season! Don't forget your animal friends at home, we love treats too! Love Tanner

Seasonal Flu Shot Available...

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:39:00 -0800

Seasonal Flu shots and or mist is now available for all ages. We also still have H1N1 shots or mist available for all ages. So if you have been waiting, the wait is over. Call our clinic at 509-483-4060 to schedule an appointment. Tanner wants to remind everyone to buckle up and put the small ones in their car seats. The roads are getting slick, and people are busy with the holiday events. Take the time to protect your loved ones. Get out and do something fun, but remember to stay warm and be safe. Love Tanner.

Seasonal Flu mist shipment arrival

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:03:00 -0800

Tanner wants all the kids to get protected from the flu. New shipments of the seasonal flu mist have just arrived. It is for ages 6 months thru 35 months and 3 years and older. Remember to wash your hands, (paws), cover your cough and sneezes and stay home if you are ill. Everyone has question about what to do and how to treat the seasonal flu and the H1N1. Please visit the H1N1 information at Seattle Children's Hospital H1N1

H1N1 Shots have arrived

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:06:00 -0800

H1N1 Shots are available!!! Ages 6 months to 35 months, and 3 years and older. Call today to schedule an appointment. First come, first served. Make sure your kids are protected at our clinic. Limited supply so do not delay.

Shortage on seasonal flu shots

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:01:00 -0800

We are out of the seasonal flu shot for ages 3 and up. We are waiting for our shipments. We do continue to have seasonal flu mist for ages 3 and up, Call today to get protected from the flu.

Current Influenza information

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800

Good news... We have Seasonal flu shots for ages 6 months to 35 months as well as age 3 and older. We still have H1N1 flu mist for ages 2 and older. Please call to see if your children qualify for the H1N1 flu mist. A nurse will review the chart and get back with you. All immunizations are by appointment only. So call today for your kids next appointment at our clinic for protection from the flu. Call 483-4060 to get your kids on the schedule, first come first served. Continue to check our blog for the most uptodate information.