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Signs of Appendicitis
posted: Oct. 15, 2019.

Truth is, anyone with an appendix can get appendicitis—even our children. Appendicitis is a painful inflammation of the hollow, finger-shaped organ attached to the end of the large intestine. If Read more
Kids and Sore Throats
posted: Sep. 19, 2019.

In infants, toddlers and preschoolers, the most frequent cause of sore throats is a viral infection. No specific medicine is required when a virus is responsible, and the child should Read more
The Importance of Childhood Immunizations
posted: Sep. 11, 2019.

Attention to all parents: your Montgomery, AL, pediatrician, Dr. Albert Holloway, is here to help you with your child's immunizations! Here at Payne and Holloway Pediatrics, Dr. Holloway not only Read more
Keep Your Kids Safe from Concussions
posted: Sep. 10, 2019.

A hit to the head during a soccer game or a hard fall from skateboarding may result in a serious head injury and even a concussion. The American Academy of Read more
Dealing With Your Child's Fever
posted: Aug. 23, 2019.

Generally, a fever is brought on by an infection from a virus or bacterial infection. While many times a parent’s first instinct is to worry when their child has a Read more
FAQs About Car Seats and Recommendations
posted: Aug. 07, 2019.

Kids may complain about being restrained in the car, but car seats and booster seats save lives. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that using a car Read more
Proper Nutrition Habits
posted: Apr. 12, 2019.

Why Proper Nutrition is Important As a parent, it goes without saying that you want what is best for your child. Making sure that your little ones grow up healthy, happy, Read more
Proper Nutrition Habits
posted: Apr. 12, 2019.

Why Proper Nutrition is Important As a parent, it goes without saying that you want what is best for your child. Making sure that your little ones grow up healthy, happy, Read more
Dealing With a Broken Bone
posted: Mar. 20, 2019.

The harder your children play, the harder they might fall. During childhood, fractures and broken bones are common for children playing or participating in sports. While falls are a common Read more
Dealing With a Broken Bone
posted: Mar. 20, 2019.

The harder your children play, the harder they might fall. During childhood, fractures and broken bones are common for children playing or participating in sports. While falls are a common Read more
Dealing With Chickenpox
posted: Mar. 04, 2019.

At some point in our childhood, we might have experienced chicken pox. While chicken pox most often occurs in children under the age of 12, it can also occur in Read more
Dealing With Chickenpox
posted: Mar. 04, 2019.

At some point in our childhood, we might have experienced chicken pox. While chicken pox most often occurs in children under the age of 12, it can also occur in Read more
Why Hearing Screenings Are Important For Your Child
posted: Feb. 15, 2019.

A hearing screening is the easiest way to determine if your child is suffering from hearing loss. Thanks to a hearing screening, your pediatrician can determine the degree of hearing Read more
Why Hearing Screenings Are Important For Your Child
posted: Feb. 15, 2019.

A hearing screening is the easiest way to determine if your child is suffering from hearing loss. Thanks to a hearing screening, your pediatrician can determine the degree of hearing Read more
What is Whooping Cough?
posted: Feb. 07, 2019.

Named after the characteristic sound of its notorious coughing fits, whooping cough is an extraordinarily uncomfortable condition that typically manifests itself in babies and in children ages 11 to 18 Read more
What is Whooping Cough?
posted: Feb. 07, 2019.

Named after the characteristic sound of its notorious coughing fits, whooping cough is an extraordinarily uncomfortable condition that typically manifests itself in babies and in children ages 11 to 18 Read more