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Is Vaping Bad For Kids? Know The Risks

Have you wondered if vaping is bad for your kids? Often advertised as a safe alternative to smoking, health care professionals now recognize vaping as a dangerous trend. False advertising is responsible for a lot of the misinformation around vaping.
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How to Protect Children from Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

RSV is extremely common in the winter months. While most children only suffer mild symptoms, babies and some young children are at high risk for severe illness that might require hospitalization. Learn some simple but effective ways to protect them.
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Back Pain and Kids

If your child is experiencing back pain, what should you do? First of all, don’t panic. Most back issues resolve with minimal intervention. Learn when it’s time for an expert evaluation.
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What to Do if You Can’t Find Baby Formula

Not having enough food for your baby is a scary situation, but one that many parents are facing right now. University of Maryland Medical Center pediatrician Dr. Rebecca Carter has advice on what to do – and not to do – to make sure your baby gets enough to eat.
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Healthy Sleep for Healthy Child

Healthy Sleep Habits Mean a Happy Child

Sleep is important for a child’s growth and development. You can help your child grow up happy and healthy by following healthy sleep habits. But how much sleep does your child need and how do you set up a good bedtime routine?
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How to Help Protect Your Child from Drowning

How to Help Protect Your Child from Drowning

Drowning can happen quickly and silently, even in small amounts of water. Learn the simple, lifesaving steps every parent and caregiver should know to help keep children safe around bathtubs, pools and open water.
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7 Tips to Help Your Child Avoid Sports Injury This Season

The sports season is straight ahead. Taking some basic precautions now can help your child avoid sports injury later. Find out what you can do.
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Is It Serious? Understanding Your Child’s Pain

Children may experience a variety of uncomfortable symptoms as they grow. Asking the right questions will help you know when to seek medical care.
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Here’s How to Keep Your Little Ones Safe on Halloween

Trick-or-treating on Halloween can be a magical time for children, but for parents, it isn’t just the spooky costumes that can be scary. Find out how to keep your children safe and healthy on Halloween with these easy tips.
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Keep Your Kids in Focus: Pediatric Eye Care for Children

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