Helpful Links
Patient Education Resources
The Consumer Library Information Prescription (CLIP):
This is a service which provides health information to patients, their families, and caregivers. Upon request, an Atlantic Health medical librarian (at Morristown Memorial Hospital or Overlook Hospital) will research and deliver information on any health topic, including:
- diseases and conditions
- treatments
- surgery
- tests
- procedures,
- clinical trials.
| Reference | Website |
|---|---|
| Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed), National Library of Medicine/National Institutes of Health, available via the internet or through mobile applications | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/?report=classic |
| Dr Thomas Hale’s Medications and Mother’s Milk; Infant Risk Center at Texas Tech University | https://www.infantrisk.com/ |
| MotherToBaby medication fact sheets | https://mothertobaby.org/fact-sheets-parent/ |
| Sachs HC; American Academy of Pediatrics, Committee on Drugs. Clinical report: The transfer of drugs and therapeutics into human breast milk: an update on selected topics. Pediatrics. 2013;132(3):e796-e809. Reaffirmed May 2018 | https://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/132/3/e796 |
Information can be delivered by e-mail, US mail, or by fax. You can request this service by e-mail Library.MMH@atlantichealth.org, by phone 973-971-8926 or 908-522-2699, by fax 973-290-7045 or 908-522-2274, or by searching for "consumer library" at www.atlantichealth.org.
As parents we always worry and have questions.
At Advocare Parsippany Pediatrics, we listen and care about your concerns. Our Health Information area is devoted to addressing, educating, and informing parents about some of the common issues and topics that we hear about as pediatricians.
PLEASE EXPLORE THE LINKS BELOW!
- Morris County Human Services - see SERVICES listed in left column
Abuse, Addiction, Crisis Management, Food Assistance, At-Risk Youth, Mental Health, Disability, Financial Need, Shelter/Housing, HealthCare, Job Skills Training...
Web Links
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Breastfeeding: Safety of Medications during Breastfeeding
Medications while Breastfeeding References:
• Fluoride - FAQs, why it is important for our children's teeth: Please note that most of our northern-NJ communities have local water supplies with less than 0.3 ppm of fluoride, which is why most of our patients will be recommended to receive fluoride supplementation (liquid drops or chewables) between age 6 months and 12 years.
- Choosing a safe BIKE HELMET and using it safely
- Cord Blood Banking --The blood found in a baby's cord blood is a rich source of stem cells, which can be used for the treatment of many life-threatening diseases. We recommend that parents donate umbilical cord blood to the NJCBB.
- Dietary Guidelines for All from ChooseMyPlate.Gov
- Difficulty affording Rx Medicines? Need Help Paying for a long-term medicine?
- Eczema
- National Eczema Association
- Fatherhood
Need help connecting or reconnecting with your children? Looking for help with parenting skills, mediating co-parenting plans, disagreements about discipline, or understanding custody and child support? Also, consider calling 1-877-4DAD411 to have a FREE and CONFIDENTIAL telephone helpline assist you.
- Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown Medical Center
- NUTRITION: GREAT and SIMPLE advice on the best way to feed children. Avoid/Reverse Obesity!
- POST-PARTUM DEPRESSION: Speak Up When You're Down
- 2-1-1 NJ State-wide database for huge variety of health services, crisis help, mental health needs
- Technology, the Media, and Your Child's Health and Safety
- Protect Your Child's Hearing and Learn About Hearing Loss
Great Videos for Parents
- How to Correctly Use an Asthma Inhaler
- Understand "Ear Tube" Insertion
- Understand Asthma - podcasts and videos
- CHOP'S VACCINE EDUCATION CENTER: Great Videos and Information About Vaccines
Safety
Please visit this site to learn more about resources regarding domestic abuse, preventing teen dating abuse, and teaching athletic coaches of boys to model and promote healthy relationships
