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Vaccinations are essential to personal and public health. They prevent the spread of contagious, dangerous, and deadly diseases.
Get an early start on good lifelong health by learning about the services and advice your family doctor can provide…
Scarlet fever is a bacterial infection that usually effects children between the ages of 5 and 15. It can be…
A well-prepared first aid kit is an important tool in treating minor injuries that commonly occur at home and when…
Keeping your child active is important as they grow older. It can keep them healthy and help them develop healthy…
Excessive weight gain or obesity in childhood can lead to serious health problems later in life. A healthy diet and…
Making the choice to stay a virgin is a big commitment. It affects your physical, emotional, spiritual, and social well…
Cutting (sometimes called self harm) is the act of purposely cutting yourself with a sharp object, such as a knife…
Children of all ages experience peer pressure. As a parent, you can help your child deal with peer pressure and…
Osgood-Schlatter disease is one of the most common causes of knee pain in young children and athletes. It can affect…
Moments of anger in children are normal. But as parents, it’s important to teach your child how to deal with…
Sensory processing disorder (SPD) is a condition that affects how your brain processes sensory information (stimuli).
Any sexual activity involving a child is sexual abuse and has long-term effects. Learn how to recognize signs of abuse…
Underage drinking can occur in any family. It’s important to talk to your child frequently, and at a young age,…
Children should be able to participate in their health care, even from a young age. This will help them make…
It’s common for runners to overdo it and become injured. You may run too far or too fast. But it’s…
An eating disorder is a focus on food and bodyweight that causes a person to go to extremes when eating…
Professional therapy and counseling can improve your mental wellness.
Maintaining healthy eating habits throughout your child’s life can help them form habits that stay with them as they get…
Talking with your child about sex can help them navigate this part of growing up and make your home a…
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