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Fall vaccine update

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:27:21 GMT

�� Fall Vaccine Update: Flu, COVID, RSV & Measles ��

As we head into fall, here are the latest updates on vaccines for our patients:

�� Flu Vaccine

Flu vaccines are now available in our offices for all patients ages 6 months and older. Please call the office to schedule an appointment.

�� RSV Protection for Babies

RSV shots will be available starting October 1 for eligible babies under 8 months old whose mother did not receive an RSV vaccine during pregnancy and who did not receive a dose last season.

If your baby is eligible and does not already have a well visit scheduled in October, we will reach out to your family to schedule or you can call after Oct 1 to schedule.

�� COVID Vaccine

We will likely offer COVID vaccines again for children under age 5, but we are waiting for the official recommendations expected in September. We will share an update as soon as more information is available.

�� Measles Update

There is currently no measles outbreak in Philadelphia, so there is no indication for early or extra measles vaccines for most patients at this time.

Active outbreaks in Pennsylvania are currently reported in Lancaster, Lebanon, Berks, Dauphin, Northumberland, York, and Chester Counties.

If your child will be traveling to an area with an active outbreak or internationally:

Children 6–12 months old may be eligible for an early MMR vaccine. This dose provides extra protection during travel but does not replace the routine doses given at 12 months and 4 years.
Children over 12 months old who received their first MMR vaccine at 12 months may be eligible for an early second dose, as long as it has been at least 28 days since their first dose.

Please call our office before traveling to schedule an appointment to discuss your child’s vaccination needs before traveling.

We will continue to keep our families updated as recommendations and local conditions change!

�� Looking for more information? Here is a great guide to the Fall 2026 vaccines from Your Local Epidemiologist.

A Philly Favorites Winner again!

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:02:59 GMT

We did it again! We’re proud to share that South Philadelphia Pediatrics has been named a 2025 Philly Favorites Winner for Best Pediatrician—for the second year in a row! Thank you to our amazing families and community for your continued confidence and support!

We did it again! We’re proud to share that South Philadelphia Pediatrics has been named a Philly Favorites Winner for Best Pediatrician—for three years in a row! Thank you to our amazing families and community for your continued confidence and support!

Measles

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:01:24 GMT

Measles has been in the news a lot lately and parents have a lot of questions. Currently, there is not a measles outbreak in the Philadelphia area. At this time, we are NOT giving measles vaccines to babies under 12 months of age. See the guidance below.

The first dose of the MMR vaccine is given between 12 and 15 months of age and the second dose is given at 4-6 years.
If your 1-4 year old child has already had their first dose of the vaccine, then they are appropriately immunized and another dose is not recommended at this time, unless they have exposure to or contact with a measles case.
If your 1 year old child has not yet had the MMR vaccine, then please call to schedule your child's check up and shots.
If your child is 6-11 months of age and has been exposed to measles. please call the office (but DO NOT COME IN).
If your child is 6-11 months of age and you plan to travel internationally soon, then please call the office to schedule an appointment for a travel counseling visit.
At this time, it is not recommended to give all babies 6-11 months old the MMR shot.

For more information, please check out this helpful information from the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Return to Practice News

The first dose of the MMR vaccine is given between 12 and 15 months of age and the second dose is given at 4-6 years.
If your 1-4 year old child has already had their first dose of the vaccine, then they are appropriately immunized and another dose is not recommended at this time, unless they have exposure to or contact with a measles case.
If your 1 year old child has not yet had the MMR vaccine, then please call to schedule your child's check up and shots.
If your child is 6-11 months of age and has been exposed to measles. please call the office (but DO NOT COME IN).
If your child is 6-11 months of age and you plan to travel internationally soon, then please call the office to schedule an appointment for a travel counseling visit.
At this time, it is not recommended to give all babies 6-11 months old the MMR shot.

For more information, please check out this helpful information from the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Return to Practice News

The first dose of the MMR vaccine is given between 12 and 15 months of age and the second dose is given at 4-6 years.
If your 1-4 year old child has already had their first dose of the vaccine, then they are appropriately immunized and another dose is not recommended at this time, unless they have exposure to or contact with a measles case.
If your 1 year old child has not yet had the MMR vaccine, then please call to schedule your child's check up and shots.
If your child is 6-11 months of age and has been exposed to measles. please call the office (but DO NOT COME IN).
If your child is 6-11 months of age and you plan to travel internationally or to an area with an active outbreak, then please call the office to schedule an appointment for a travel counseling visit.
At this time, it is not recommended to give all babies 6-11 months old the MMR shot.

For more information, please check out this helpful information from the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Return to Practice News

Sports Physicals!

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:57:17 GMT

If your child is up to date on his/her annual well child check-up/physical, we can help get your PIAA form completed. Please call us!
If your child has not had a check up within the last year, we can schedule one for you ASAP