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Texas summers are well-known for their heat and humidity – two weather conditions that make heat rash more likely in babies, toddlers and even older children. Nnenna Agim, M.D., Division Director of Dermatology at Children's Health and Associate Professor at UT Southwestern, shares tips for helping your child avoid this prickly rash – and what to do if it appears.
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Many kids and teens associate the onset of summer break with freedom – no homework, no tardy bells and no schedules.
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Summertime brings warm weather and lots of sunshine. But parents of infants, in particular, should keep a few essential heat and sun safety tips in mind while enjoying the season.
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Summer vacation provides a much-appreciated break from the busy school year. But a couple months away from the classroom can also lead to learning loss between grades.
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As the weather gets warmer, it's not only kids who come out to play – all the creepy-crawlies do, too. With all sorts of bugs flying and crawling around playgrounds and your backyard, your child might be more at risk of a bug bite or sting during the warmer months.
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David Aguilar is a Senior Injury Prevention Coordinator at Children’s Health℠ and Water Safety Instructor – and his passion for swim safety runs deep. He is a lifelong water lover who grew up near the beach and learned about the importance of learning to swim from his family.
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Over the summer, without classmates or schoolwork, many children find themselves a little bored.
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Summer can be a season of fun for kids. School's out, and they're ready for pool parties, barbecues, weeknight ice cream outings and camps where they can meet lifelong friends.
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When it comes to sunscreen, there are so many choices you may not know which option is the best sunscreen for kids. Sunscreen, or sunblock, protects skin against the sun's ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays, which cause sunburn.