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Fireworks: Celebrate Safely
As you prepare to ring in the new year, you need to know a few things about fireworks and how to keep your family safe.
How to Promote Healthy Childhood Weight
Learning habits to maintain a healthy weight in childhood can promote lifelong health.
The Brain Benefits of Childhood Exercise
For kids, exercise is a great way to get some energy out, boost heart health and maintain a healthy weight. But a new study suggests that exercise in childhood could help the brain later on.
Scoliosis 101
Is your child at risk for scoliosis?
Medicines and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Pregnancy is a very special time in a woman's life. However, because some medications are safe during pregnancy and others are not, it can also be a confusing time.
Top 10 Poison Exposures in Children
Our homes are filled with helpful things: medications, cleaners, hygiene products, jewelry and batteries. These items are helpful for adults, but they can be dangerous for children.
Psoriasis 101
It's August, which means it's National Psoriasis Awareness Month. Are you in the know about this common skin condition?
Making Baby Food Safer
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced new actions meant to reduce toxic elements in food for babies and young children.
The Answers to Your Breastfeeding Questions
Aug. 1 through 7 is World Breastfeeding Week — the perfect time to learn a little more about breastfeeding.
Tips to Prevent the Common Cold
Cold and flu season has arrived, but that doesn't have to mean you or your family will get sick. Outsmart germs with these simple strategies.