Franklin Pediatrics

09/30/2021

“The stats surrounding depression and su***de in Wisconsin are startling, staggering, saddening. Our kids have a higher su***de rate than the national average. In fact, our youth su***de rate doubled from 2007 to 2015, with the highest rates among teen males. And LBGTQ+ kids are impacted even more. Watch this video for more information and to learn what warning signs to look for.”

09/08/2021

Flu vaccines are now available at Franklin Pediatrics by appointment only. Please contact our office at 414-433-9010, go to your MyChart account or online at www.childrenswi.org/medical-care/immunizations/flu to schedule an appointment for your child.

Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and your family from the flu. An annual influenza vaccine, given in the fall, now is recommended for nearly everyone over the age of 6 months, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

07/28/2021

"Transformational. Life-changing. Life-saving. Thanks to a $20 million gift from Jeff Yabuki and his family, Children’s Wisconsin will transform how we care for a child’s emotional and mental well-being."

The story behind the Yabuki Family's incredible, life-changing gift.

07/07/2021

Does your family love a good challenge? Then check out Children's WI and Kohl's Cares Summer Healthy Family Challenge! There is an opportunity to win some great prize packs!

save page. It will be used next year

06/18/2021

"This week, Carson and other Children's Wisconsin patients met with several members of Congress to bravely share with them the importance of mental and behavioral health care. Each has a unique story but they all shared the same message: to prioritize kids' mental and behavioral health and fund efforts to expand the pediatric workforce and increase access."

Facebook: Ask Congress to invest in children's mental and behavioral health Enter your information below to preview and personalize the message you'll be sending to your Members of Congress. You'll be asking them to support funding and policies that will strengthen children’s access to mental hea...

05/21/2021

As the warm weather approaches, here are a few things to consider.

03/23/2021

Did you know it is National Poison Prevention Week?
Did you know the Poison Control line is open 24 hours per day, 7 days per week? They're available by phone or website to answer your questions.
https://www.poison.org/

02/22/2021

The Poison Control Center mission is to prevent poisonings, save lives, and limit injury from poisoning by providing free, expert guidance online or by phone, 24/7.

There are 2 ways to get help from Poison Control:

Online, https://www.poison.org/ or
By phone at 1-800-222-1222.

02/03/2021

As the temperatures continue to drop in WI, please remember this very important and life saving advice!

01/22/2021

As the temperature drops it is important to remember that puffy coats, snowsuits and car seats do not mix. Stay warm, stay safe!

Warm puffy coats and snowsuits can make car seats less safe. Find out how to keep your child both warm and safe while driving in the colder months.

11/24/2020

Food Safety Tips for this upcoming Thanksgiving. We wish you all a safe and healthy holiday!

11/12/2020

Final Update: The phones are working again! Thank you for your patience.