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Fever in Infants and Children
A baby or infant's first fever can be scary. Learn how to take your child’s temperature, how to bring down…
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Fifth Disease
Fifth disease is a mild viral infection that causes a bright red rash on the face. It also has cold-like…
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Food Allergies
A food allergy is an abnormal reaction by your immune system to a food. It is usually treated with antihistamines…
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For Parents: Eating Disorders in Teens
An eating disorder is a focus on food and bodyweight that causes a person to go to extremes when eating…
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For Parents: What to Expect When Your Child Goes Through Puberty
Puberty is the time in life when your child’s body becomes sexually mature. Your child will experience many changes in…
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Girls and Puberty
Puberty is a time of changes—both physical and emotional. Helping your daughter understand what’s happening and what to expect is…
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Growing Pains
Growing pains can make your child’s legs hurt and are common between the ages of 3 and 12. They are…
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Growing Up Healthy: The Importance of Starting Good Nutrition Early
Maintaining healthy eating habits throughout your child’s life can help them form habits that stay with them as they get…
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Gun Safety
Gun safety should be taken seriously in your home and in any home where your child plays, visits, or…
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Head Lice
Head lice are small wingless insects that can get on your hair and scalp. Lice bites may cause constant scratching,…
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Healthy Habits for TV, Video Games, and the Internet
Limiting kids’ screen time and building healthy habits for TV, video games, and the internet is essential for lifelong…
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Hearing Evaluation in Children
Hearing evaluations are key in early diagnosis and intervention of childhood hearing loss. Early intervention will provide you with more…
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Hearing Problems in Children
Hearing loss in children can be caused by a number of factors. Recognizing the symptoms early increases the chances of…
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Heart Murmurs
A heart murmur is an abnormal noise between heartbeats. It can be a sign of a heart problem.
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Helping Your Child Deal with Peer Pressure
Children of all ages experience peer pressure. As a parent, you can help your child deal with peer pressure and…
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Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome is a condition that results from a digestive system infection.
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Homosexuality: Facts for Teens
Sexuality and gender identity can be confusing for teens. There are a lot of terms to become familiar with to…
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How to Give Your Child Medicine
Learn what parents should know in order to safely give prescription and nonprescription medicine to children.
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HPV Vaccine is for Boys, Too
Girls—and boys—can both benefit from getting the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. The vaccine reduces chances of developing some cancers later…
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Immunization Schedules
Certain immunizations are important at every age to reduce illness, hospitalization, or death.
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