North Fulton Pediatrics

06/03/2026

Our medical practice just received a 5-star review from an overjoyed patient describing their fantastic experience with our knowledgeable and caring staff.

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05/26/2026

A happy patient left a 5-star review for our medical practice, highlighting our team's thoughtful and attentive care.

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05/21/2026

We will be CLOSED Memorial Day Monday 5/25/26

Please call the on call doctor over the holiday weekend by calling the main number, connecting with our on-call service, and the doctor will be paged for you. We can talk you through home care, versus seeking the urgent/emergent services over the holidays. We will resume our regular office hours on Tuesday 5/26.

05/13/2026

Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) happens when an athlete does not eat enough nutritious food to meet the energy needs of their sport and their growing body. RED-S can affect any athlete, regardless of gender, age or level of competition. If it is not recognized and treated early, RED-S can lead to poorer sports performance, more injuries and long-term concerns. Read this article below to learn the signs to recognize in your athlete:

​Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED‑S) occurs when young athletes don’t get enough nutrition to support training, growth, and overall health, increasing the risk for injuries, poor performance and long‑term health problems. Here's what families need to know.

05/13/2026

May is Mental Health Month, and I want to share a great exercise you can use, or that you can practice with your teen/tween/child when stress and anxiety creeps up. PRACTICE IS KEY when you're calm so that you can pull out this technique when you're feeling overwhelmed. Try this GROUNDING technique below...

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05/12/2026

A patient was so impressed with the treatment they received at our medical practice that they left a glowing 5-star review praising our staff's professionalism and expertise.

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05/09/2026

🦠 HANTAVIRUS: WHAT PARENTS SHOULD KNOW

You may be seeing scary headlines about “Hantavirus” in the news right now. Here’s the good news: this is NOT another COVID-style pandemic situation.

Here are the important facts for families:

• Hantavirus is a rare virus usually spread through exposure to infected rodents (especially mouse droppings, urine, or saliva).

• Most cases happen after cleaning enclosed spaces with rodent exposure — like cabins, sheds, barns, garages, campers, or poorly ventilated areas.

• It does NOT spread easily through casual everyday contact like COVID or the flu (which is spread via droplet/small aerosolized particles).

• The current outbreak making headlines involves a rare strain called “Andes virus,” which MAY spread person-to-person in VERY close-contact situations, but this remains uncommon and limited. Public health officials continue to say the overall public risk is LOW.

• Symptoms can take a long time to appear — sometimes 1–6 weeks after exposure.

• Early symptoms may look like many viral illnesses:
fever, fatigue, muscle aches, headache, nausea

• Severe cases can later develop breathing problems and require hospitalization.

• There is currently NO vaccine for hantavirus.

✅ What can families do?
• Avoid contact with rodents and rodent droppings
• Use gloves/masks when cleaning dusty enclosed areas with possible rodent exposure
• Ventilate closed spaces before cleaning
• Wash hands well after outdoor cleaning projects

✈️ Traveling?
There is NO recommendation for widespread masking related to hantavirus. However, wearing a mask on crowded planes or during travel may still be a reasonable personal choice to help reduce spread of many respiratory illnesses in general.

📣 Right now, the risk to the general public remains LOW, but staying informed — without panicking — is the best approach.

Follow us to see more updates from trusted public health sources as new information becomes available.
-NFP Providers

05/06/2026

We just received a 5-star review from a happy patient!

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05/05/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to highlight the importance of emotional well-being for children, teens, and families. Mental health is just as important as physical health—and it plays a critical role in a child’s development, behavior, and overall quality of life.

In pediatrics, we see firsthand how stress, anxiety, sleep challenges, social pressures, and developmental differences can affect children at every stage. Early support and open conversations can make a meaningful difference.

Simple ways to support your child’s mental health:

1) Keep communication open: Encourage your child to share their feelings without fear of judgment.
2) Prioritize sleep and routine: Consistent schedules help regulate mood and behavior.
3) Limit screen time: Balance digital use with outdoor play and family interaction.
4) Model healthy coping skills: Children learn by watching how adults manage stress.
5) Watch for changes: Mood shifts, withdrawal, sleep issues, or school struggles may be early signs your child needs support.

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