Announces Christin L. Sylvester, DO, FAOCO
Pediatric Ophthalmologist
NOW SEEING PATIENTS AT THE CRANBERRY LOCATION
125 Emeryville Drive, Cranberry Twp., PA 16066
Dr. Sylvester is Board Certified
in Ophthalmology by the
American Osteopathic Board of
Ophthalmology. Prior to joining
Everett & Hurite Dr. Sylvester spent
ten plus years at the UPMC Children’s
Hospital of Pittsburgh.
The National Sleep Foundation recommends that children
between the ages of 6 and 10 get 10-11 hours of sleep per night,
while 11 to 17-year-olds should get 8.5 to 9.5 hours. A poll done by
the foundation last year revealed that children were falling short and
losing out on the benefits of a good night’s sleep. Research shows that
less sleep leads to learning and behavior problems, directly affecting
cognitive ability, concentration, and problem-solving skills. Many
families have seen the negative effects and often assume they are
symptoms of ADHD, when these distracting behaviors could likely
be reduced or even eliminated by an earlier bedtime.
Make Sleep Matter
• Set bedtimes and wake times. You can start to make sleep a
higher priority for your kids by setting a good example and getting
enough sleep yourself. Start by setting bedtimes and wake-up times
that you can adhere to on both weekdays and weekends. Creating a
pattern will help your body understand its sleep cycle, allowing for
more restful nights.
• Create wind-down activities before bed. The half-hour before
bed should be free of high-energy activities. Start a bedtime
routine that includes calming activities like bathtime or reading.
• Make a bed sanctuary. As adults, nothing is better than a
comfortable place to sleep at night. Make your children’s beds the
same for them. Add extra pillows for comfort and a favorite stuffed
animal to keep them company at night. Keep lights down to a dim
lamp or nightlight to make the room dark enough for sleeping.
• Keep electronics out or off. Electronics produce a blue light
that sends a signal to your brain to stop the release of melatonin,
making it harder to fall asleep. On top of wanting to text with
friends or check social media, children and teens will give any
excuse to stay awake. Electronic devices are best left in the dark at
bedtime.
BAD HAIR DAYS?
Dr. Sylvester joins us with extensive
pediatric ophthalmology experience
including nasolacrimal duct
disorders, strabismus, retinopathy of
prematurity and pediatric medical
retinal disorders.
Visit us online at www.everett-hurite.com or call
for an appointment at 1-800-753-6800.
Additional Office Locations: Butler, Greensburg, McMurray, Monroeville,
Pittsburgh, Rostraver, Steubenville, Weirton and Beaver.
Welcomes
Jenny Yu, MD, FACS
Oculoplastics, Aesthetics, Orbital & Reconstructive Surgery
Dr. Jenny Yu (Will) is a specialist in
the field of oculoplastics. For over
10 years Dr. Yu has been in clinical
practice with a focus on aesthetic,
reconstructive, and orbital surgery in
both adults and children.
Dr. Yu’s primary clinical focus
areas include restoring a youthful
appearance through a combination
of minimally invasive techniques
(graceful aging), being part of a
multidisciplinary team that treats
thyroid eye disease from diagnosis
to restorative surgeries, and
secondary reconstructive surgeries
for post trauma, facial nerve palsies,
and Moh’s surgery patients.
SEEING PATIENTS AT:
If you seem to be having a stint of bad hair days, maybe your body
is trying to tell you something. Poor hair condition could be a sign of
physical or psychological issues.
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PITTSBURGH 1835 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
CRANBERRY 125 Emeryville Drive, Suite 200, Cranberry, PA 16066
MCMURRAY 3001 Waterdam Plaza, Suite 120, Route 19 South,
McMurray, PA 15317
For Appointments Please Call 1.800.753.6800
Additional Office Locations: Beaver, Butler, Greensburg, Monroeville,
Rostraver, Steubenville, Weirton
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