The Federal Trade Commission and The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) are investigating more than 400 reports of severe adverse events in infants after the administration of homeopathic teething tablets containing …
10 Toy Safety Tips for the Holiday Season
The holidays are in full swing and your children may already be receiving gifts from friends and family. Some toys may seem harmless but every year many children are injured …
Protecting Your Family Against the Zika Virus
Contemporary Pediatrics just published a special report about precautions you can take to protect yourself and family from the Zika virus. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) states that the …
Enjoy a Bug-Free Summer! Insect Repellent Safety Tips
Summer is here and as parents prepare to spend more time outdoors, questions about insect repellents come to mind. Fortunately, the American Academy of Pediatrics has answers and advice ready …
Lowering Exposure to Arsenic in Your Baby’s Food
If you feed your baby rice cereal, you might want to offer other grains like oatmeal and barley instead, because rice contains a high amount of arsenic. A natural element, …
Protect Young Children from Heat Stroke
Heat stroke deaths can occur at surprisingly low temperatures, and Texas children are especially vulnerable because we have so many hot days. Heat stroke in children isn’t limited to unattended vehicles. …
Is Tylenol (Acetaminophen) Safe for Children?
Tylenol is one of the most commonly used medications for children. It is indicated for the treatment of fever and pain and Acetaminophen it is a component of many products sold …
Social Media Use for Children: How Much is Too Much?
If you’ve ever asked a seven-year-old to teach you how to use your computer, you’re not alone. We are living in a time of lightning-fast change. Our kids’ understanding of …
Sanofi US Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of All Auvi-Q® Due to Potential Inaccurate Dosage Delivery
Please read the statement from Auvi-Q regarding the current recall on its epinephrine injection. If your child currently has Auvi-Q as their epinephrine device for potential severe allergic reactions, call …
A Warning to Parents About Using Homeopathy for Asthma Treatment
Turning to homeopathic products for asthma treatment could do more harm than good. The fall season is officially here, and while the changing temperatures and holiday buzz can bring plenty …
Is Your Teen Getting Enough Sleep? How Obesity Is Linked to Lack of Sleep
Which teen is more likely to be overweight: the teen who sleeps 6 hours per night, or the teen who sleeps 9 hours per night? According to a study reported in …
Maintain the Machine: Tips for Avoiding Sports Injuries at School
With the start of the school year comes the start of the school sports calendar. Football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, even dance classes… No matter what the activity, organized athletics are …