This month, Dr. Hiba Chehab, Dr. Molly McPheron, and Dr. Jonathan Merrell join us in the studio to discuss some great health news and information. The hot topic of vitamin K deficiency in the newborn is covered, with a discussion of the pros and cons of the vitamin K injection. Swimmer's ear is also covered - with summer coming soon, external ear infections will be on the rise! They also discuss what to do for accidental ingestion of a poisonous substance (call 1-800-222-1222), and give tips for preventing accidental gun injuries. Finally, they answer last month's medical trivia, which was: "What was the first vaccine and how was it developed?" Topic Times! Health News- Vitamin K deficiency of the newborn 1:56 Swimmer's Ear 5:57 Parenting Tips- Prevention of gun injuries 14:46 Accidental ingestion of poisons 17:36 Trivia 26:03 Links/Info: 1-800-222-1222 (universal poison control)  or  This episode was recorded in November of 2013.

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