Congratulations to Natalie Dixon, P.A.-C- now a Certified Lactation Counselor

Congratulations to Natalie Dixon, PA-C

Natalie completed her certification in Lactation Counseling in February and is available for breastfeeding support.  Call 864.888.4464 to schedule an appointment.  As always, Blue Ridge Pediatrics offers same day appointments to all our patients.

We will be open Monday on a regular schedule

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December 09, 2018 at 11:38PM

Don’t forget about Pertussis prevention. The vaccine is available in 2 formulations. Patient age determines which vaccine is administered. Both available vaccines protect against diphtheria and tetanus as well.

Whooping Cough Vaccination | Pertussis | CDC
Pertussis (whooping cough) is a respiratory disease caused by Bordetella pertussis bacteria. There are two kinds of vaccines used today to protect against whooping cough, which are the DTaP and the Tdap vaccines.
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December 07, 2018 at 12:13AM

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Behind the Wheel: How to Help Your Teen Become a Safe Driver
The chief reason for adolescents’ poor safety record is their lack of experience in handling a car and sizing up and reacting appropriately to hazardous circumstances such as merging onto a highway, making a left-hand turn at a crowded intersection, or driving in poor wea​ther conditions. Learn m…
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December 03, 2018 at 12:50AM

We’re Hiring!

Carey
Full Time Position Available in Pediatrics!
Blue Ridge Pediatrics is looking for someone to fill a full time position at the office. I am looking for a Certified Medical Assistant, Nursing Assistant or LPN. If you know any awesome people that might be interested please share. Applicants can call my office manager, Barbara Steely, at 864-888-4464. Check out our website at
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November 26, 2018 at 02:09PM

Dear Clemson Football Player-led Daycare, Our nurses are short staffed at Blue Ridge Pediatrics and could sure use some help. This is an official invitation. Not kidding.

Clemson Football || Player-led Daycare
Our players who have been helping our coaches & staff by creating a player-led daycare service. The #ClemsonFamily truly is special. 😉 #ALLIN #Clemson
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November 22, 2018 at 12:45PM

Most children who get the flu recover without complications; however, I recommend flu vaccine to prevent rare outcomes such as this one. Call the office to schedule a flu shot. https://ift.tt/2P3z6tn

Doctors’ son died 10 days before flu shot appointment. Now, they want to save your child
Two physicians who lost their young son to the flu last year want parents to listen to their message, born of great grief and suffering: Get your child a flu shot.
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November 05, 2018 at 08:00AM

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DHEC: 3 measles cases now confirmed in Spartanburg County
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, SC (FOX Carolina) – South Carolina’s Department of Health and Control confirmed Friday that two additional measles cases had been confirmed in Spartanburg County. The agency reported on
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November 03, 2018 at 12:00PM

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Getting Started with Mindfulness – Mindful
Want try mindfulness meditation but not sure where to begin? We’ll show you how to start, feel better, reduce your stress, and enjoy life a little more.
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October 31, 2018 at 08:00PM

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Mindfulness for Children
Children of all ages can benefit from mindfulness. It can help parents and caregivers, too. Here are tips for children and adults of all ages for how to be more present.
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October 30, 2018 at 05:54PM