Category: Children’s Health

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April 27, 2021

3 Ways to Help Prevent Child Abuse

Every adult can play a role in keeping kids safe.

Children's Health, Families, Social Justice

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March 18, 2021

What Are MPS Disorders?

This group of rare genetic disorders can have major health implications.

Children's Health, Genetics

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January 15, 2021

Your Relationship with Food Begins with Your Family

The first lessons we learn about eating come from our caregivers and can shape how we view food as we get older.

Children's Health, Nutrition

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December 7, 2020

How to Help Your Child Prepare for Surgery

Parents can help relieve anxiety with these tips.

Pediatric Medicine, Surgery

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a toddler with a runny nose fusses as an adult takes their temperature in their ear

November 11, 2020

What You Need to Know About Ear Infections

Look for these signs that your little one may have an ear infection.

Children's Health, Ear, Nose, and Throat Health, Infectious Diseases

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Mom and young daughter, wearing masks, talk to their pediatrician

October 27, 2020

3 Ways to Prepare Your Child for a Doctor’s Visit During COVID-19

Things may look different, but your child will get the same quality of care.

Children's Health, Coronavirus

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October 1, 2020

Marijuana or CBD During Pregnancy: Is It Safe?

The research is sparse on marijuana and CBD use in pregnancy, but here’s what we know.

Babies, Breastfeeding, Pregnancy and Maternal Health

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Mom wraps arms around son, who looks sad

September 25, 2020

Recognizing Depression in Children

While depression is a serious illness, it also is a treatable one.

Depression, Kids and Mental Health

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September 21, 2020

A Guide to Treating Fever in Children

Learn what to do if your child has a high temperature.

Adolescents, Cold and Flu

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toddler girl takes glass of water from mother

September 3, 2020

How to Help When Your Child Is Vomiting

Here’s what parents should know about this common digestive problem.

Babies, Children's Health, Pediatric Medicine

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August 26, 2020

Q&A: Recognizing Mental Health Problems in Children

Is it a passing stage or something more serious?

Kids and Mental Health, Mental Health

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Children in a classrrom, wearing masks

July 29, 2020

Is It Safe to Send Kids to School?

Here’s what parents need to know.

Infectious Diseases, School-Age Children

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