Author: Manisha “Mona” Dave, MD Pediatric Gastroenterologist

National Handwashing Awareness Week is December 3-9, 2023 Don’t Get Sick This Holiday Season! Almost all cases of diarrhea in children are caused by infections. Most of these diarrhea illnesses are entirely preventable. The most effective way to prevent diarrheal diseases is handwashing! The 3 Principles of Hand...

The “musical learning watch” is marketed to children as young as three-years-old, for learning “core” skills such as telling time, counting, and “daily activities”.  A compartment in the back contains a button or coin cell battery. These batteries are small, shiny, and very appealing to children.  Button...

November is a month known for eating delicious food and a perfect to raise awareness about stomach cancer. In 2023, over 26,000 people in the United States will be diagnosed with stomach cancer.  Stomach cancer is the 5th most commonly diagnosed cancer in the world and it...

November and December are two months full of celebrating and eating! This holiday season, try practicing Mindful Eating. What is Mindful Eating? Mindful Eating is an approach to eating that focuses on your sensual awareness of the food and your experience with the food. Simple Ways to Practice Mindful...