Medicaid is a valuable tool for countless families to obtain affordable or fully covered healthcare services for their children. The exceptional team of pediatric physicians and providers at Health Services of North Texas, with convenient locations across Denton, Wylie, and Plano, is proud to accept most forms of insurance, including Medicaid and CHIP, to make
As parents and caretakers, keeping our families safe and healthy is always a priority. As we approach flu season this year and continue to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important than ever to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your children from exposure to illness. The caring team at Health Services of North
The end of the year can be an exciting time as we celebrate the holidays, enjoy time off of work, and visit with friends and loved ones. However, this time of year also marks the peak of flu season. As we continue to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important than ever to be
No parent or guardian wants to receive the news that his or her child has tested positive for COVID-19. However, it is certainly possible for children to contract the illness, and it is important to know what to do in the event that your child receives a positive COVID-19 test. The professional team at Health
At Health Services of North Texas, we offer sports physicals to make sure that your child is healthy enough to engage in a physical activity they enjoy. Many extracurricular activities or school-related sports require this physical for participation. We recommend that you schedule your kids’ sports physical a few weeks prior to the due date.
As parents and caregivers, we all want to see our children thrive. It is normal to have questions about your son’s or daughter’s physical, social, and emotional development throughout their childhood. However, if you begin to have concerns about their growth rate or notice a difference in their development compared to other children their own
While it’s normal for children to get a fever sometimes, it’s important to know when you see a doctor for a fever. A fever is a sign that the body is fighting off an infection. The body’s internal thermostat raises the body temperature above normal to reset the body when it is experiencing illness, such
If you’ve been going to the same pediatrician since your child was an infant, you’ve probably grown to know and love them. After many years of the pediatrician learning all about your child, watching them grow and develop, and establishing a relationship with you and your family, it can be difficult – and sometimes even
Finding out that you’re going to have a baby is, undoubtedly, one of the most exciting – and terrifying – experiences in life. There are countless things to begin thinking and worrying about, including how to set up your nursery, whether or not you are going to breastfeed, and what you will name your baby.