Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada’s Story Archive

Summer Safety Concerns and Tips

July 4, 2018 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

Summer is the favorite time of year for most youngsters because school is out, there’s no homework or tests to prepare for, and all they have to look forward to is weeks of care-free fun in the sun. If only it were that simple. All parents should encourage their children … Read More

How to Treat and Prevent Pink Eye

May 31, 2018 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

Pink eye is an irritating inflammation of the clear covering of the white of the eye and the inside of the eyelids, also known as the conjunctiva. Although it’s a common problem found primarily among preschoolers, schoolchildren, high school and college students, teachers and daycare workers, it’s easily treated, and … Read More

The Battle to Eradicate Vaccine-Preventable Diseases

May 3, 2018 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

Recent data tells us vaccines save an estimated six million to nine million lives worldwide annually, including three million children. Since their inception in the United States, vaccinations have decreased most vaccine-preventable diseases by 95 percent. Thanks to effective immunizations, lethal diseases to a large population such as measles and … Read More

Earache Treatment Suggestions

April 5, 2018 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

Earaches can be a very painful and frustrating annoyance for both children and adults. While there are many catalysts for ear infections and the discomfort they cause, there are also a number of available strategies to alleviate the pain and get rid of the infections. Causes for ear pain include … Read More

February is Heart Health Month

February 1, 2018 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

Aside from the Super Bowl, the most celebrated annual holiday in February is Valentine’s Day when candy, greeting cards and decorations are resplendent with hearts of countless shapes and sizes. However, while you’re busy trying to win someone else’s heart, you should always be mindful to take care of the … Read More