Vaccine Information Statements (VIS) are information sheets produced by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that explain to vaccine recipients, their parents, or their legal representatives both the benefits and risks of a vaccine. Below is the link to the Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [...]
Vaccines: Facts & Fiction Originally Published November 2008 in Parenting Magazine When Katie Shutters's 13-month-old daughter, Averie, was born, she followed the recommended vaccine schedule for two months. Then she did some research and decided to hold off on additional shots until Averie turned 9 months old. "I liked the idea of my breast [...]
Pertussis or Whooping Cough Booster (Tdap Vaccine) Experts estimate that up to one million cases of Pertussis (or whooping cough) occur each year in the United States, across all age groups. Facts: Whooping cough is a serious infectious disease on the rise in the United States, across all age groups. According to the CDC, [...]
This past weekend, we were made aware of a social media comment from one of our physicians. The individual is no longer employed by Blue Fish Pediatrics.
As we previously mentioned in our original statement, we strongly condemn the comments that were made in that post. That post does not reflect the values, standards, or mission of Blue Fish Pediatrics. We do not support or condone any statement that politicizes tragedy, diminishes human dignity, or fails to clearly uphold compassion for every child and family, regardless of background or beliefs.
We continue to extend our full support to the families and the surrounding communities who are grieving, recovering, and searching for hope.
Sincerely,
Blue Fish Pediatrics Leadership Team
