New research shows that well-child doctor appointments for annual exams and vaccinations are associated with an increased risk of flu-like illnesses in children and family members within two weeks of the visit. This risk translates to more than 700,000 potentially avoidable illnesses each year, costing more than $490 million annually.Yep.
I was kind of freaking out in the emergency room waiting area the other night. Kids coughing everywhere... I wouldn't touch anything.
(update- he is home, pretty banged up but no neuro damage... Happy Valentines Day to me!)
