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  • What to know about strep throat in kids

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    What to know about strep throat in kids

    When a child’s throat is sore, families often wonder — could it be strep throat? This bacterial infection is common in children and needs treatment to avoid complications.

  • Tips for an allergy-friendly Valentine's Day

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    Tips for an allergy-friendly Valentine's Day

    Valentine's Day means fun parties and delicious treats at school. But it may not be a holiday to love for the estimated 5.6 million children with food allergies in the United States. That's one in every 13 children.

  • Healthy Valentine's Day treats for kids

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    Healthy Valentine's Day treats for kids

    Every February, Valentine's Day offers a bright spot to break up the long, gray mid-winter. But along with the hearts, cupids and flowers, the annual celebration of love also brings the opportunity to overindulge in sugar.

  • How to keep kids active in winter

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    How to keep kids active in winter

    Winter brings shorter, colder days and, typically, much more indoor family time. But that doesn't mean you can't keep your kids moving and having fun. With a little planning and creativity, you can help your family stay physically active all year long – no matter what the weather is outside.

  • Screening for heart disease in children

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    Screening for heart disease in children

    In another recent post, you learned how childhood obesity can be a significant risk factor for heart disease, especially when it’s accompanied by factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes or prediabetes, physical inactivity and an unhealthy diet. The first line of defense against childhood obesity includes incorporating more physical exercise and nutritious foods into a child’s lifestyle.

  • What to know about measles and the MMR vaccine

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    What to know about measles and the MMR vaccine

    Measles is a viral infection that can cause a red, blotchy rash, fever, cough and a runny nose. This highly contagious condition can also lead to serious and even life-threatening complications, such as pneumonia and encephalitis. Because measles can be prevented with the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccination, most children are now protected from contracting the virus.

  • How do I talk to my teen about sexual violence and harassment?

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    How do I talk to my teen about sexual violence and harassment?

    It's rare to watch or read the news without coming across stories covering bullying and the increased efforts that schools are taking to prevent such behavior from occurring on school grounds. But what about sexual violence in schools? After all, research has shown that verbal bullying and teasing in middle schools predicts later perpetration of sexual harassment by those same students.

  • Is a heart-healthy diet important for children?

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    Is a heart-healthy diet important for children?

    Heart-healthy habits are important for kids and adults of all ages. They help prevent disease and make sure kids are feeling their best. The key to these habits is establishing and maintaining healthy eating patterns at an early age.

  • When to take your child to an urgent care vs. the emergency room

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    When to take your child to an urgent care vs. the emergency room

    If your child is sick or hurt, it is important to seek the right level of care to meet their needs. Depending on their condition, you may need to take your child to an emergency room or urgent care facility. Other times, you may be able to treat them at home or even opt to see a provider through virtual visit. But as a parent, how do you know which is best? We're here to help you make the correct choice.

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