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October Community Courier
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Please join us in congratulating Dr Carace MacKay for her 15 year anniversary at Pediatric Associates. Carace has deep ties to the area having grown up in Northern Kentucky and returning for training at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital residency. Lucky for us she worked with Dr Eric Bosley in the office during residency and it was a no-brainer to offer her a job after graduation. Carace is extremely thorough, kind, compassionate, patient, and hard-working. She often takes on difficult tasks behind the scenes to help us move forward with quality improvement projects, behavioral health initiatives, our social media, our electronic records, and so much more! In her spare time she enjoys the outdoors and watching her boys play sports. We are blessed to have her in the office!
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Congratulations to our Montee Work Ethic Award winner, Ashley Biddle!
This award was created in honor of a nurse and friend of Pediatric Associates who was lost too soon. Montee was a hardworking longterm nurse with Pediatric Associates who always went above and beyond for patients and co-workers. We are excited to present the award to Ashley Biddle, a medical assistant and care coordinator. Ashley is incredibly capable, dependable and performs her job with a pleasant and calm demeanor. She is very professional in how she approaches her duties and she embodies everything this award was created to recognize. Congrats Ashley!
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Final Flu Clinic on November 1
Our final flu clinic is Saturday, November 1 from 8am-1pm, at our Crestview Hills office. This is a way to get your whole family protected from the flu with one easy stop. You can schedule your child(ren) for the flu clinic on our portal. If you want yourself or other adults in your household to get a flu vaccine at the clinic please call the office to schedule. Besides the clinics, we can get your child(ren) and you protected from the flu when you come in for a well, or some ill visits. Please let us know when you schedule your appointment or at check in that you or siblings of the patient scheduled would like to receive the flu vaccine that day.
The annual flu vaccination is a safe and effective way to prevent severe illness, hospitalization, and death from the flu virus.
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AI Companions and Teens: What Parents Should Know
A new report from Common Sense Media highlights the growing use of AI companions among teens. Based on surveys of U.S. teens ages 13–17, 72% reported using AI chatbots on platforms like CHAI, Character.AI, and NOMI, and 24% said they’ve shared personal information—often retained by these companies.
Parents are encouraged to talk with their teens about these platforms, asking open-ended questions without judgment. It's important to watch for signs of overuse, such as social withdrawal or choosing AI interactions over real-life relationships. The report also warns of risks like privacy concerns, exposure to inappropriate content, and misleading or harmful advice. AI companions are designed to offer constant agreement, which can distort teens’ understanding of real relationships. They should not be seen as a replacement for mental health support. For more guidance, visit
HealthyChildren.org
and many other resources under
Resources > Teen Corner on our websit
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As Halloween approaches, we want all our families to enjoy a fun and safe night of costumes and candy! Remind your children to stay visible by using glow sticks or flashlights, and stick to well-lit neighborhoods, ideally with sidewalks. Always check treats before eating them and avoid anything unwrapped or homemade from unfamiliar sources. Costumes should fit properly to prevent trips and falls, and masks shouldn’t block vision—consider face paint instead. Dress for the weather! Check the forecast and adjust costume accordingly so they're not too hot or cold. For younger children, an adult should always accompany them, and older kids should travel in groups with a set route and curfew. With a little planning, your family can have a spooktacular and safe Halloween! Happy Halloween from all of us here at PANK!
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Exciting News for Expectant Parents!
Do you know someone who is expecting a new baby? Share the word! We are thrilled to announce our monthly Expectant Parent Meetings at Pediatric Associates!
These informative sessions provide families with the opportunity to meet with one of our physicians, learn about our practice, and ask any questions they may have. Interested soon-to-be parents should call our office to sign up for an upcoming session.
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Monthly Meetings
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Call us at 859-341-5400 to sign up!
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Croup
We are currently seeing several children with croup. Croup is a clinical syndrome which can be caused by several viruses. It is typically seen in the spring and fall. It can be a scary illness for both children and their parents. Please take a look at our website for
more information
about how to recognize and treat croup.
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For the 2025 Birthday Bash hosted by the One Shot Foundation in honor of Matthew Mangine Jr. Pediatric Associates is proud to support the mission of the One Shot Foundation, our 2025 Founders' Award Recipient and Community Partner!
November 8, 2025 • Anderson Pavilion (Cincinnati, OH) • 6 PM – 10 PM
This unforgettable evening supports youth sports safety and honors a legacy that continues to make a difference. For tickets or sponsorships, text ONESHOT25 to 76278
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Pediatric Associates has the new COVID-19 vaccine for children. These vaccines can be provided for children ages 6 months and older. These vaccines can be provided at scheduled well visits or at a nurse visit.
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends
the COVID-19 vaccine for all children age 6 months through 23 months old. Children this age are at highest risk for severe COVID illness. It also recommends the vaccine for children age 2 through 18 years old who are in any of these risk groups below.
• They have never been vaccinated against COVID-19.
• They live in a long-term care facility or another group setting.
• Others in their household are at high risk for severe COVID-19.
If your child isn't in one of these risk groups but you still want them to get the vaccine, a single dose of the COVID vaccine might be a good option. The AAP recommends that any child whose parents want them to get a COVID shot should have easy, free access to it.
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RSV Update
We are able to offer Beyfortus (nirsevimab) monoclonal antibody to eligible infants again this RSV season. This is a one-time injection of monoclonal (specific) antibody that provides passive immunity to RSV. If you have a baby that is under 8 months of age they may be eligible. Please call and speak to a nurse or ask when you are in the office. You can also visit the
CDC website
for more information.
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Website Resources
We have wonderful tips on a variety of topics in the
Medical Library
section of our website including parenting tips, information on medical conditions, medication doses, and much more! We know you will find this helpful.
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Pediatric Associates
2865 Chancellor Dr.
STE 225
Crestview Hills, Ky. 41017
859-341-5400
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