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• How to Boost Your Child’s Immune System This School Year

  There’s plenty you can do to prevent your child from getting sick. Learn some ways to support and boost your child’s immune system to help keep them healthy. 

• Summer Safety Tips: Sun, Swimming & Sunglasses for Kids

  Warm, sunny days are perfect for outside activities the entire family can enjoy. But without the right protection, the sun can be harmful. Here are some safety tips to stay happy and healthy in the summertime. 

• Cyclospora Outbreak 2026: Symptoms in Kids, Risks & When to Call the Doctor

  Worried about Cyclospora in kids? Learn the symptoms, when to see a pediatrician and how to keep your family safe this summer.

• Is Your Child Getting Enough Sleep?

  How much sleep do kids need? It is important to know about common factors that affect sleep. Learn more about healthy sleep habits that you can build.

• Why Childhood Immunizations Are Important

  Worried about vaccination schedules or vaccine safety? Get expert answers on how vaccines work, why they're vital for kids, their safety and practical tips for tracking your child's immunization schedule.

• 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.

• Does My Child Have Diabetes?

  A diabetes diagnosis can be life-changing, but recognizing the signs early is critical. Our pediatric experts break down the often-subtle symptoms of diabetes in children to ensure your child gets the quick diagnosis and care they need.

• Is Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Safe for Kids?

  Learn the critical safety rules for giving children Acetaminophen (Tylenol). We cover how to dose by weight, the safety of Tylenol during pregancy and any other questions you may have.

• Water Safety Tips for Kids: How to Prevent Drowning

  Among preventable injuries, drowning is the leading cause of death for children one to four years of age. Our experts offer water safety tips for the whole family. 

• How Do Vaccines Work in the Body?

  Learn how vaccines train your child's immune system to protect against serious diseases, why they are so vital for both individual and community health and get reassuring answers about their safety and effectiveness.

• A Dermatologist’s Guide to Safe Fun in the Sun

  Dr. Wagner explains the effects of the sun on skin and answers some commonly asked questions about what sunscreens are best to use for infants and children. 

• From PCOS to PMOS: What You Need to Know

  PCOS has been renamed PMOS. Learn what the renaming means, key symptoms to watch for and how early diagnosis protects your child's long-term health.

• Protecting Your Child from Poor Air Quality

  Children are particularly vulnerable to poor air quality due to their developing lungs and higher exposure. Our expert explains how to recognize symptoms and protect children, especially those with asthma or immune conditions.

• How to Prevent Hot Car Deaths in Children

  Find out a few easy steps you can take to prevent hot vehicle-related injury or even death.

• Is Your Child Dehydrated? Here's What Every Parent Should Know

  Dehydration can look a bit different for everyone. We take a closer look at some common questions people may ask about dehydration. 

• Choosing a Pediatrician for Your Newborn

  Tips to help you pick the right pediatrician for your newborn, including when to start looking and the most important questions to ask.