Primary Care Pediatrics Reports the Majority of Children Are in Good Health
Nearly one in five children between the ages of six and 11 are obese, however, and this problem needs to be addressed, announces PediatricsMetroWest.com
Orlando, Florida – June 20, 2016 /MarketersMedia/ —
According to the Centers for Disease Control, 83.8 percent of children between the ages of five and 11 are in very good or excellent health. One major issue for children in this age, however, is obesity, as the CDC also reports 17.7 percent of children between the age of six and 11 are obese, as of 2012. Parents concerned about their child’s weight and/or eating habits need to schedule a visit with a primary care pediatrician for advice on changes that need to be made in the child’s life.
“Being overweight or obese impacts every area of a child’s life. Self esteem tends to suffer, and the child may be socially isolated as a result of their weight. Although body shaming isn’t the answer, parents need to find ways to help bring their child’s weight under control. The problem is movement tends to be more difficult when a child is carrying excess pounds, thus the child may become less physically active. As their activity level decreases, they put on more weight. With the help of our Metrowest based ediatrician, parents can ensure this cycle ends,” Paul Clukey, spokesperson for Primary Care Pediatrics, announces.
Pediatricians undergo extensive training to learn about the physical, social and emotional development of children. They offer advice to parents on healthy lifestyle choices and how to prevent illnesses and injuries. When a child develops an acute illness, they work to provide the necessary care to halt its progression, and pediatricians address conditions that may be life-threatening and require more involved care.
“Family physicians often treat children, yet don’t have the advanced training a pediatrician metrowest orlando does. For this reason, parents should always look to a person with this specialized training, as this helps to ensure the child receives the necessary care in a timely manner,” Clukey continues.
Pediatricians recognize that children differ from adults in a variety of ways. Often, a child may be too introverted to talk with the pediatrician or may not have the verbal skills to explain their symptoms. As a result, they must gather information from other sources, such as the parents and the body language of the child. This is especially true when a child is very young.
“Turn to a pediatrician when your child is in need of medical care. Doing so will provide you with peace of mind, knowing that your child is receiving the optimal level of care at all times. Contact our office today to schedule an appointment, as we are eager to become acquainted with your family,” Clukey declares.
About Primary Care Pediatrics:
Dr. Revati Narahari, a board certified pediatrician, operates Primary Care Pediatrics. A Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Dr. Narahari provides comprehensive medical care, ranging from well baby checks to sports physicals, and her areas of interest include obesity and skin rashes.
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Contact Info:
Name: Paul Clukey
Organization: Primary Care Pediatrics
Phone: (321) 947-3078
Release ID: 120213
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