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Holistic Care Blog

Contaminants in Breast Milk & Formula

Research increasingly illuminates the dangers of consuming microplastics, heavy metals, and other environmental contaminants. And these contaminants are potentially dangerous to all humans. But how

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April 2026 Newsletter

OFFICE NEWS    GHT is not currently doing labs in the office.  We are temporarily pausing in-office labs and will be sending patients off-site for

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Measles Update

As of February 26, 2026, 1,136 confirmed measles cases had been reported in the United States, including 18 cases in California. Three people died of

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March 2026 Newsletter

Office News Lactation Consultant    We have contracted with a new IBCLC, Jennifer Reynolds, who will be providing lactation support in the office on Wednesdays! Her

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Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease

Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a viral illness commonly seen in kids ages 5-7 (Olarte, 2025; Zhu et al., 2023); however, it can

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February 2026 Newsletter

Office News Pricing Increase Starting February 1st, our pricing will increase. We have kept this adjustment as minimal as possible while ensuring we can maintain

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January 2026 Newsletter

Office News   Reminder: GHT requires 24 hours’ notice to cancel appointments.  A $50 fee is charged for each patient who is late or misses

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Perioral Dermatitis

Perioral dermatitis, also known as periorificial dermatitis, is a common, benign inflammatory skin condition. It is most common in young adult females aged 20 to

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Microplastic and Pediatric Health

Humans first synthesized plastics in the late 1800s, and their use has since exploded, becoming a vital part of our society. And plastics continue to