Dr. Henry Eikel - Pediatric Group of Acadiana

10/31/2025

Autistic children are valued members of our communities, deserving of support driven by high-quality research. Though preliminary studies have suggested the potential benefit of leucovorin for some autistic children, the evidence base remains too limited to support a wider recommendation. Questions on its benefits, dosing, appropriate monitoring and potential long-term impacts remain unanswered. Larger trials are needed to determine whether leucovorin is a safe and effective option for the autistic pediatric population.

AAP will update its guidance as evidence is compiled and encourages pediatricians to engage in shared decision-making with families asking about leucovorin while providing clear information about the evidence available and the potential risks. Learn more at the link below.
https://bit.ly/3WupJU7

10/31/2025

As a parent, it’s understandable to want to learn about what’s in vaccines. But as you research, you might come across misleading claims about vaccine ingredients.

Antigens, for example, are a key ingredient in vaccines that help children’s immune systems learn to respond to viruses. Your children encounter antigens in many places they visit each day, including playgrounds. In fact, children can come in contact with up to 6,000 antigens each day.

If you have any additional questions about vaccines and their ingredients, talk with your pediatrician or click the link below.
https://bit.ly/430jf37

10/28/2025

10/24/2025

Measles spreads fast and is extremely contagious... but after children receive the MMR shots, their immune systems can spot measles, mumps, and rubella. So if they are exposed to these germs, their bodies will be ready to resist.

As measles cases continue to climb, it’s more important than ever to ensure kids are up to date on their vaccines. Pediatricians are always ready to talk with parents about the MMR vaccine if they have any questions.
https://bit.ly/475Xu45

10/23/2025

In our latest Substack, we examined the leucovorin-autism connection that's all the BUZZ in parent Facebook groups right now. The reality is that it's complicated. Leucovorin MIGHT help some autistic children who also have cerebral folate deficiency (a rare condition where folate can't get into the brain properly). But most autistic children don't have CFD. And those folate receptor antibodies are found in 55% of neurotypical kids, too.

Most research to date comes from one small group of investigators, studies rarely last more than 12 weeks, and the FDA is bypassing its own normal approval process—and we are worried that hope is outpacing evidence. We are closely monitoring and will share updates as we have them!

Read it here:
🔗https://theunbiasedscipod.substack.com/p/leucovorin-autism-and-the-fda-separating

10/23/2025

10/22/2025

10/16/2025

https://www.simplisticallyliving.com/dolly-partons-imagination-library-free-book/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNdx1pleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFIclRvTUtwSUNHbVJaanNJAR5zizTng44Qygyt7ACdXd2v0mjXVK2kCd-KWsp5IWY9IHZCczGcQUhWr-v2Sg_aem_zRTgRCRrozTrOGjnAdWDfg

If you have a child, you know how important it is for them to read regularly and Dolly Parton knows this too. In fact, Dolly Parton has created a program called the Dolly Parton Imagination

10/13/2025

"HepB infections have decreased 95% in children and adolecents since 1990 when the Hepatitis B vaccine was recommended for all newborns." And yet RFK Jr wants to delay the Hep B vaccine. That will literally kill people.

ALT TEXT: an infographic headlined "Hepatitis B Facts". There is a stylised image of a swaddled newborn baby. The text reads:

1.4 million people in the United States are living with chronic HepB. Most were infected as infants or during early childhood.

Up to two-thirds of Americans living with chronic HepB do not know they are infected.

HepB is transferred by bodily fluids, usually blood. It can be passed from an infected mother to her baby at birth, or from a family member in close household contact to young children.

HepB can survive over 7 days on contaminated surfaces.

90% of infants and 50% of children under 5 who contract hepB will develop chronic disease, leading to liver cancer, cirrhosis, and premature death.

HepB infections have decreased 95% in children and adolecents since 1990 when the Hepatitis B vaccine was recommended for all newborns.

source: CDC 2013 surveillance

10/05/2025

10/05/2025