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January 2026 Newsletter

Office News   Reminder: GHT requires 24 hours’ notice to cancel appointments.  A $50 fee is charged for each patient who is late or misses

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Perioral Dermatitis

Perioral dermatitis, also known as periorificial dermatitis, is a common, benign inflammatory skin condition. It is most common in young adult females aged 20 to

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Microplastic and Pediatric Health

Humans first synthesized plastics in the late 1800s, and their use has since exploded, becoming a vital part of our society. And plastics continue to

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Newborn Temperature

Thermoregulation, or the ability to maintain a stable core body temperature, is a key component of caring for newborns. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends

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December 2025 Newsletter

Happy holidays to our GHT families! We hope you enjoy the holiday season in peace and health. Reminder to read up on cold and flu

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Botulism Bulletin

Key points:  If your baby has consumed recalled formula and is acting normally, no ER visit is needed. Monitor carefully for symptoms of botulism.  Symptoms

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Understanding Anemia in Children

  Anemia is a common global health concern, especially among young children, pregnant and postpartum people, and menstruating teens and adults (World Health Organization [WHO],

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Acrocyanosis

Acrocyanosis comes from the Greek “akron,” meaning extremity, and “kyanos,” meaning blue. The term literally means “blue extremities” and is common in newborns after delivery

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November 2025 Newsletter

November is a month of gratitude. This November, we are thankful for our families, our health, and the little moments that make growing up so

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West Nile Virus

West Nile virus (WNV) was first discovered in Uganda in 1937 and spread across Africa, Asia, Europe, and, eventually, the Americas. Healthcare providers first reported