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Gluten Intolerance vs. Celiac Disease Symptoms in Kids

Our expert physicians help answer some of the most frequently asked questions about celiac disease and gluten intolerances or sensitivities.

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When to Take Your Child to the Pediatrician, Immediate Care or ER

When a child is sick, parents and caregivers must quickly make a choice: Where should they turn for medical care?

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Food Allergies and Halloween: How to Keep Your Kids Safe

It can be tricky to navigate food allergies and Halloween, especially for children. Find out what you can do help keep your kids safe while trick-or-treating.

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Blood Clots in Children: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment

Blood clots in children are not as rare as you might think. Learn more about risk factors, symptoms, and treatments for blood clots. 

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The Spinal Muscular Atrophy Clinical Trial that Changed Koen’s Life

Noel and Keith are dedicated to teaching their son Koen to focus on the "cans" over the "cannots," after he was diagnosed with SMA. 

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