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Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD)
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a common, mild, contagious childhood illness. It causes sores inside and outside the mouth…
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Cleanliness Guide for New Parents
The American Cleaning Institute and familydoctor.org share advice on how to prepare a clean, safe and healthy environment for…
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RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus that makes it hard to breathe. RSV is common in children under…
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Vaccines: Myth Versus Fact
There are many common misconceptions regarding vaccines. Use this evidence-based information to clear up any confusion.
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The Importance of Vaccinations
Vaccinations are essential to personal and public health. They prevent the spread of contagious, dangerous, and deadly diseases.
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Preparing for Parenthood: Safe Storage
Organizing your home—and even your car—safely for children is a constant effort. As your family grows, it’s important to reassess…
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Preparing for Parenthood: Diaper Changing
Bringing a new baby home is one of the most exciting times in a parent’s life. It can also be…
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Preparing for Parenthood: Baby Laundry Essentials
Doing your laundry seems like a simple task that requires little thought. However, add tiny newborn clothes and bedding to…
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Preparing for Parenthood: Cleaning Your Home
Keeping your baby healthy means more than feeding them good food and regular checkups with their doctor. It can also…
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Preparing for Parenthood: Cleaning bottles
Having a baby is a big life change. Babies sleep a lot, soil their diapers a lot, and eat a lot. In general, newborns eat every 2 to 3 hours, or 8 to 12 times per day. As they grow, the number of times
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Preparing for Parenthood: Bathing Your Newborn Baby
Bringing your newborn baby home from the hospital can be a joyful time. But it can also be a time…
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Measles
With travel returning to pre-COVID levels and back-to-school season not far off, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging parents and travelers to be aware of a rise in cases of measles. While the disease is extremely contagious
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Reye’s Syndrome
Reye’s syndrome is a rare but serious illness common in children recovering from a virus and taking aspirin. It can…
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Breastfeeding: How to Pump and Store Your Breast Milk
Pumping and storing breast milk allows you to continue to feed your baby breast milk through a bottle.
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Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy is a group of brain disorders that affect body movement and muscle coordination. It can be mild or…
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Dental Hygiene: How to Care for Your Child's Teeth
Helping your child to develop healthy dental habits now can aid in the prevention of infection, disease, and other teeth…
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Organic Acid Metabolism Disorders
Organic acid metabolism disorders are a group of rare birth defects. They affect your ability to break down food into…
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Clubfoot
Clubfoot is a condition present at birth that causes a baby’s foot to turn inward or downward. It can be…
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Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a rare genetic disorder that affects your adrenal glands.
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Adult vaccinations
Adult vaccinations are important for adults for staying healthy as they age.
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