La Peer Pediatrics will be closed on Monday, May 31, 2021.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Update
CDC APPROVES VACCINE FOR MINORS 12-15 YEARS OLD
In a widely expected move, the CDC approved the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine in minors aged 12-15, following the FDA’s authorization earlier this week.
Cedars-Sinai will begin scheduling vaccine appointments for this age group tomorrow, Thursday, May 13.
Cedars-Sinai will be sending a message to Cedars-Sinai patients who are 12 years and older. Like everyone else, minors can schedule a COVID-19 vaccine appointment in one of these three ways:
- Schedule directly with Cedars-Sinai. Log in to My CS-Link™ at https://www.mycslink.org/ . Go to “Visits” on the top menu, click “Schedule an Appointment” and then click “COVID-19 Vaccine Dose 1”.
- Visit the California Department of Public Health’s My Turn website at https://myturn.ca.gov/ and follow instructions. You may choose Cedars-Sinai as the provider.
- Call 1-855-427-5465 and ask to schedule a COVID-19 vaccination appointment.
Anyone under 18 must bring a parent or guardian to the appointment. If this is not possible, they must bring a signed copy of this consent form. Please review the updated FDA fact sheets for healthcare providers and for recipients and caregivers.
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COVID-19 Vaccine for Young Teens – Update
To all La Peer Pediatrics patients and familie: If and when we have the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in stock, we will post the information here. As of this time we do not have the vaccine and do not know if or when we will get it – stay tuned! In the meantime, visits may be scheduled at all other sites through https://myturn.ca.gov/
Read about the vaccine approval for 12-15 year-olds here:
Pfizer-BioNTech COVID Shot Gains US Clearance for Young Teens
We Are Now Allowing Two Caregivers at Well Visits
We are now allowing two caregivers at well child visits. However, we are still limiting to one caregiver for sick visits.
We Are Open For Sick Visits In The Office
We are open for sick visits in the office, by appointment only.
What to do if you’re vaccinated but your kids aren’t — Dr. Wen’s advice
What to do if you’re vaccinated but your kids aren’t — Dr. Wen’s advice
Click the link to read the article on CNN.
https://www.cnn.com/2021/03/25/health/parents-covid-vaccine-wen-wellness/index.html
LPP is resuming sick visits Feb. 15
Beginning Monday February 15, 2021, our doctors will start seeing sick visits in person again by appointment only.
What Parents Need to Know about Heavy Metals in Baby Food
Due to a recent news article about heavy metals in baby food, many parents have concerns and questions. Please see the link below to learn more.
https://www.whattoexpect.com/news/first-year/baby-food-heavy-metals-report
COVID-19 Information Update
A new COVID-19 section has been added to our web site under the “Sick Child” menu. Please see that section for current information about COVID-19 and office policies.
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Office Closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day
La Peer Pediatrics will be closed on Christmas Day, December 25, and New Years Day, January 1.
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