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Viruses Live on Doorknobs and Phones and Can Get You Sick; Smart Cleaning and Good Habits Can Help Protect You
Good cleaning practices and sanitation tips.
Coronavirus Mild in Most Children, but Infants, Younger Ones More at Risk
A study released Monday showed children in China had less serious symptoms, but infants were hit harder.
4 Ways to Help Kids Relax as the Coronavirus Upends Everyday Life
A help guide on stress relievers for children and adults during the coronavirus pandemic
How to Talk to Kids About Coronavirus
The COVID-19 outbreak can be difficult to discuss with kids. Here are tips on how to handle the subject.
Coronavirus, kids and school closings: A public health expert answers 4 questions
If kids don't seem to get very sick from coronavirus, why has Montgomery County closed its schools for two weeks?
Stop using food to reward and punish your kids
Rewarding and comforting kids with food can lead to overeating when they are not hungry.
What’s Your Camp’s Vaccination Policy?
Last year’s measles outbreaks in the U.S. led summer camps to review their rules about vaccines and immunizations.
Do I have to wear a jacket when it's cold outside?
Mom's right: Put on a coat or you'll catch a cold. Or at least be more susceptible to one.
Asking people with memory loss about past holidays can help them recall happy times
Do you have a parent or grandparent with memory loss? Have the kids ask them about their holiday traditions when they were younger. It will be good for both of them.
Acetaminophen During Pregnancy Linked to Risk of ADHD, Autism
A new study follows others that suggest a link between the pain- and fever-reducer, best known at Tylenol, and ADHD and autism. But more research is needed, the study's author says.
How (And Why) To Limit Your Kids' Screen Time
How much screen time is too much for kids? How does social media affect them? How can you control it?
Support healthy mental and behavioral development
Dr. Kim Rehak outlines strategies to support healthy development and steps to take when concerns arise.
What Are the Signs of Mental Illness in Children?
With ER visits by kids who attempted or considered suicide doubling, parents should know what signals depression, anxiety or other disorders and how to respond.
Should You Get Dental Insurance for Your Family?
It is important to know all of your options before committing to a dental plan. Here are some ways to help you save money when it comes to keeping your teeth clean.
Camps for Kids With Diabetes, Crohn's and Other Medical Conditions
These health specialty summer camps give kids a chance to have fun with others who have the same medical condition.
When School Starts Later, Students Do Better, Study Says
Teens who started school later got more sleep and improved their grades.
How to Tell When Your Special Needs Child is Sick
When a non-verbal child is sick, he can't describe his symptoms.
How to Calm Your Child's First-Day-of-School Anxiety
How to calm your child's nerves
How to Treat a Minor Cut
Cuts and kids seem to go together, especially in the summer. Not every cut requires stitches, but they do need more than a kiss to make them better. If it is more than three-quarters of an inch long or a…
My Child Has Panic Attacks. How Do I Help?
The irony of a panic attack is that it comes with real physical symptoms that can fuel anxiety, especially for a teen or young person who is experiencing one for the first time. Fortunately, there are techniques to help your…
Summer is the perfect time to screen for scoliosis
There is an app that allows you to use your phone to check for abnormal curves in the spine.
Is Caffeine Bad for Kids?
Caffeinated beverages are a cheap and easy way for teens to get through busy days where they get up too early and go to bed too late. While teenagers need eight and a half to nine hours of sleep a…
You Can Prepare for a Home Emergency
Preparing your family for weather and other large-scale emergencies can be stressful. Think about watching the news before a big snowstorm. What do the newscasts always show? People rush to stock up on bread, milk, and eggs. Buy more rock…