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Safe Sleeping Tips for Newborns & Infants

Prevent the tragedy of losing a child during sleep. Read about the importance of safe sleep for newborns and infants.

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Safe Medication Disposal Guide

Learn how to properly and safely dispose of medication including methods and locations to prevent accidental exposure or environmental harm.

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Frigid Weather Tips to Prevent Frostbite and Hypothermia in Children

Dr. Ken Polin provides insight to why kids don’t seem to mind the frigid temps and tips for preventing frostbite and hypothermia

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Confronting the Issue of Childhood Bullying

Up to a third of our nation’s youth are bullied at school. This is not including the 1 in 6 children who are also bullied online.

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Managing Kids’ Sugar at Halloween

During Halloween, many parents are concerned about how they can manage their child’s sugar in-take.

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Beaches, Babies, and Burns

When we think of burns at the beach, we generally associate them with the sun. However, Teri Coha, APN, has been treating children every summer for severe burns.

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How to Keep Your Kids Safe This Summer

Summer is long-anticipated in the eyes of children. When it finally arrives, it's up to adults to help do what they can to pave the way for a safe summer.

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Most Parents Give Kids the Wrong Dose of Medicine

A recent study found that parents are unintentionally making at least one dosing error when administering medicine to a child.

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Sleep Training Tips from Dr. Marc Weissbluth

Follow these four sleep training steps and both you and your baby will make it through the night refreshed and rejuvenated.

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The Dangers of Distracted Driving

Teens are the most at-risk of distracted driving due to being new to behind the wheel. Limit your teen's distractions to promote safe driving habits.

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10 Ways to Keep Your Body Healthy

Learn more about the ten easy ways to improve your health that are suggested in the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

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Healthy Kidneys for Kids

Read our tips for healthy kidneys for the whole family.

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