New recommendations for Vitamin D:
Vitamin D is necessary for healthy bones and may also benefit the immune system:
Breastfed and partially breastfed infants should be supplemented with 400 IU a day of vitamin D beginning in the first few days of life.
All non-breastfed infants, as well as older children, who are consuming less than one quart per day of vitamin D-fortified formula or milk, should receive a vitamin D supplement of 400 IU a day.
Adolescents who do not obtain 400 IU of vitamin D per day through foods should receive a supplement containing that amount.
Vitamin D supplements include Trivisol and most children's vitamins.
What's New at Orchard Pediatrics!
October 2009
Extended Hours!
After School Sick Appointments Available
Mon.-Fri. until 5:30!
We want to see your face!
Please bring or send photos for our display cases!
The latest on vaccines and Autism
Internet Safety
H1N1 (Swine Flu) Availability
The Oakland County website reflects the fact that we have REQUESTED the H1N1 vaccine. This vaccine is not yet available in our office. We will update this site as more information becomes available.
Seasonal Flu Vaccine Availability (10/29/09)
-We have injectable influenza vaccine for children under the age of 3 (35 months and younger). Please call to schedule an appointment.
-We also have a limited supply of Flumist available by appointment.
-Due to unexpected shipping delays related to the H1N1 vaccine effort, we are currently out of seasonal Influenza vaccine SHOTS for patients who are 3 years of age and older.
Please continue to check our website for updates.
Click below for information on seasonal Influenza.
