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School-aged children are routinely exposed to a number of common childhood infections and illnesses. It’s not unusual. But always see…

Exercise carries additional risk for people with diabetes, but the associated benefits far outweigh the potential negatives.

Helping your child to develop healthy dental habits now can aid in the prevention of infection, disease, and other teeth…

Decongestants are medicines that relieve a congested nose. When you buy them without a prescription, they’re called over-the-counter (OTC)…

Childproofing your home is critically important in preventing childhood injuries and deaths from household items and situations.

Choosing a family doctor is a process of seeking recommendations, meeting with the doctor and deciding if he or she…

Childhood vaccines are important in protecting children and the population. All are safe and are to be given at specific…

Car safety is important for everyone, including pregnant women. If you are pregnant and in a car, here are some…

Chickenpox is highly contagious and can be very serious. Beginning at 12 months old, almost everyone should have the chickenpox…

Babies love to “mouth” things, like their thumbs, fingers, and pacifiers. There are pros and cons for each.

Caffeine is a drug that should be limited for children and adolescents. Caffeine can lead to higher blood pressure, sleep…

Allergy shots are part of the treatment plan for helping make your allergy symptoms less severe over time.

Texting and driving is a chronic problem at any age that can lead to serious injury and even death.