Pediatric Associates of Lancaster, Inc.

12/30/2025

We will be open in the morning only on 12/31 for sick visits and closed on New Year’s Day.

12/05/2025

12/05/2025

Today, the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) voted to remove its universal recommendation for a newborns to receive a hepatitis B vaccination at birth, despite no scientific evidence being provided to support this decision.

The universal HepB birth dose recommendation was introduced in 1991, and has reduced childhood HepB infections by more than 95% in the U.S. since its introduction.

Parents and caregivers should talk to their child's PNP or pediatric provider about vaccine benefits.

12/05/2025

A statement from American Academy of Pediatrics President, Dr. Susan J. Kressly:

The decision by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to downgrade its recommendations to protect infants from hepatitis B is a dangerous move that will harm children.

The American Academy of Pediatrics continues to recommend routine hepatitis B vaccination for all newborns: All babies should receive a first dose of the hepatitis B vaccine within 24 hours of birth, a second dose at one to two months, and a third dose at six months. The pacing of these doses has been rigorously tested and proven to be safe and effective over several decades.

Vaccinating all newborns against hepatitis B effectively prevents transmission of the virus to newborns during childbirth, supports them to build immunity against potential childhood infections, and ensures long-term protection into adulthood from a virus that can cause serious liver disease and liver cancer. Infants and children can be exposed to this virus by close caregivers who may not know they are infected. Delaying the birth dose of the hepatitis B vaccine has no clear benefits and leaves children vulnerable to infection.

Click here to read the full statement: https://bit.ly/3Y9ZQJT

12/05/2025

Here at PALS we are passionate about keeping children, and our community, happy and healthy.

We are enthusiastic to educate and support in the health and safety of your family.

Our vaccination policy follows the schedule(s) outlined by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) **AND** the AAP (American Academy of Pediatrics). If you require help in understanding the scope of any vaccine - we are happy to discuss all the benefits of keeping your family on schedule and protected.

We do not offer delayed or alternative vaccine schedules.
If you are not willing to comply with our vaccination policy - your family will be dismissed from the practice.

We have practiced under this same policy for over 40 years and look forward to continuing to do so for generations to come.

12/05/2025

11/26/2025

This week we will be closed for Thanksgiving Day and open in the morning only for Black Friday.
Happy Thanksgiving!

11/22/2025

Vaccination is essential to protect individuals and communities from preventable diseases, making it a fundamental element of public health.

AMA statement on CDC changes to website on autism and vaccines: http://spr.ly/61887iC34

11/17/2025

Did you get a letter from City of Lancaster regarding possible lead pipes in your residence? Click the link below and enter your address to see if your pipes are fully, or partially lead (look for RED). If your residence is marked to contain some/all lead pipes - we would recommend following the directions from the City of Lancaster, as well as calling our office for a conversation regarding possible lead testing your child.
https://lead-service-line-inventory-lancastergis.hub.arcgis.com/

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween!

10/30/2025

Trick-O-Treat?!?

10/23/2025

Still looking for a qualified candidate who loves light-y up shoes, pigtails, and stickers!

Pediatric Associates of Lancaster