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High Risk Kids Should Have Cholesterol Screening
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), current research shows that the stage for adult heart disease (also known as cardiovascular disease) is ...
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When we parents talk about school safety these days, we usually are referring to the surge in violence at schools.
But research shows that school-age children are actually nine times more likely to sustain an unintentional injury -- whether on the playground or in school -- than to be the victim of violence while at school.
In fact, an estimated 2.2 million children ages 14 and under are injured in school-related accidents each year, according to the National SAFE KIDS Campaign. Accidents can be prevented if we are on the lookout for potential hazards. To help you keep our kids free from harm while traveling to and from school and on the playground, go to Back-to-School Safety Tips. |
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Q: I have 5 yr old twin daughters who attend preschool 3 days a week and a 14month old son. Over the last 6 months, the sickness has been non-stop in this house. Every month we are at the doctor and every month on antibiotics. Please help. ...
A: Thanks for your inquiry concerning your children's health. This is certainly a common scenario. Let me pass along some information that may be reassuring to you. Babies, toddlers, and prescho...
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