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Measles in Kids: Symptoms & Prevention

The recent measles outbreak has many parents and caregivers concerned. Our experts share what you need to know about measles in kids.

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Strength in Vulnerability: Creating a Teen Cancer Support Group after Brain Tumor Surgery

After beating brain tumor surgery for pineoblastoma, teen Finn co-founded Brave Teens, a support group helping other young cancer patients connect.

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Prevent RSV in Babies with Nirsevimab

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common and potentially dangerous virus that affects almost all infants and young children before the age of two. Now, there is a single-dose immunization that helps in the fight against RSV for infants younger than 19 months of age: Nirsevimab.

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Fall Allergies in Kids: Symptoms, Triggers and How to Help

Fall allergies can be troublesome. Learn what your child’s allergy symptoms might look like and how to help them feel better.

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Car Seat Safety: How to Know When It's Time to Transition Your Child

Buckling your child into a car seat should feel simple, but the rules change as your child grows. Our guide walks through each stage, along with Illinois law, so you can feel confident on every ride that your child is safe and secure.

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GLP-1 Medications for Obesity: A Parent's Guide

Our experts offer a parent's guide to GLP-1 obesity medications for adolescents and teens, which covers FDA-approved options, safety data, side effects, nutrition tips and questions to ask your doctor.

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