Kate Land, MD

Parents have big questions about childhood vaccines—and they deserve clear answers. I put together an FAQ covering safety, side effects, timing, and myths I hear most often as a pediatrician kpthrivingfamilies.org/pediatricsblog…

Today we unveiled the expansion of our Vacaville Medical Center Emergency Department. More beds mean we can treat more patients and our trauma care spaces are enhanced to better serve the most critically injured. We’re ready and equipped to care for our community.

Is it just a fever—or something more? #Sepsis in kids can escalate fast. Know the signs, trust your gut, and act early. 🧠 Learn more this #PediatricSepsisWeek: 👉 kpthrivingfamilies.org/pediatricsblog… #SepsisAwareness #Parenting #KnowTheSigns #ChildHealth

My colleague Desiree Jones-Rubin interviewed to discuss the public health issue of #childabuse, its effect on a child's physical & emotional health. Watch and support this important cause #ChildAbusePreventionMonth #PermanenteExcellence #TPMG ktvu.com/video/1619809

NO giving your child vitamin A, or cod liver oil will not prevent measles! And it might make your kid very sick Take a look at this great video to understand more👇 Vitamin A + Measles Myths & What Actually Prevents Measles | AAP youtu.be/J7ZoXJs-ryk?si… via @YouTube

Permanente pediatrician Lindsay Frost, MD,explains how these ultra-processed treats can cause gastritis, constipation and more. Learn what to watch out for: kpthrivingfamilies.org/pediatricsblog…

What do parents need to know about #Measles? 🔴2 MMR doses = 98% lifelong immunity 🔴Babies <1 aren’t routinely vaccinated—extra precautions are needed! kpthrivingfamilies.org/pediatricsblog… #MeaslesOutbreak #Vaccinate #PublicHealth

We see too many kids with tummy aches from eating too many spicy chips! kpthrivingfamilies.org/pediatricsblog…

How can Southern CA parents protect their children from unhealthy air & manage asthma symptoms during this crisis? 💡 Tips & resources here: kpthrivingfamilies.org/pediatricsblog… #WildfireSeason #ParentingSupport #AsthmaCare #SouthernCalifornia

Napa area winemaker Andre Crisp lost his hearing. But a specialized procedure at our Vallejo Medical Center made all the difference. Learn more about this life changing recovery from the vintner and his surgeon. @ABC7newsbayarea k-p.li/408lNJX

😂 Kids are unfiltered comedians – especially at the pediatrician’s office! From a kindergartner impersonating her mom to a 3-year-old declaring “Bones aren’t scary,” the laughter never stops. Need a giggle? Read the full post here:kpthrivingfamilies.org/pediatricsblog…

Harlem Globetrotters (@Globies) have entertained millions with stunning basketball skills and will play in Sacramento soon. But this week, “Buckets” Barrera brought ball tricks to kids at our Roseville hospital, lighting up faces along the way.

REGISTER for a webinar on the future of #medicalresearch & how medical journals can help build #trustinmedicine. Hear from @KBibbinsDomingo, PhD, MD, MAS, editor-in-chief, @JAMA_current & @JAMANetwork, 10/3 at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET. Registration is free: ow.ly/O8XX50U7nLw

#FightFlu Friday – Everyone 6 months and older should get the flu shot. #GetVaccinated today: kp.org/flu

Bring the kids and join the fun!

If you've had a difficult birth experience, sharing your feelings can be healing. Cathy describes how she found comfort in realizing she wasn’t alone. Hear from other parents and find resources to support your mental health during and after pregnancy: k-p.li/3WjbzVo

Is My Child Ready for Kindergarten? #BackToSchool2024 #parenting kpthrivingfamilies.org/pediatricsblog…

Chips for kids? Sure! … sometimes 😁 kpthrivingfamilies.org/pediatricsblog…

Got bug bites? 🦟 Keep your kids itch-free this summer with these tips: • Avoid standing water areas • Wear long sleeves • Use DEET repellents (safe for kids 2 months+) • Apply hydrocortisone or calamine lotion for itches Read more: kpthrivingfamilies.org/pediatricsblog…

Join Pamela Honsberger, MD, certified #emotionalintelligence trainer, for the @PermanenteDocs Chat on July 9 at noon PT. Learn how to enhance your communication, conflict resolution, and empathy skills. Hosted by @AlexMMtri. Register today: permanente.org/event/permanen…