Did you know that there are 2,200 deaths each day due to heart disease? February is American Heart Month and heart disease is the leading cause of death in the …
The Dangers of Whooping Cough and Meningitis
What is Meningitis? Two types of meningitis exist; viral and bacterial. Viral meningitis is caused by a virus and is more common. Bacterial meningitis is caused by bacteria and it …
Top 5 Toy Hazards to Avoid This Holiday Season
Not all toys are meant for all children! When buying a toy as a gift or giving one to your own child, always keep in mind the child’s interest, age …
Teaching Your Kids About Personal Hygiene
No matter your child’s age, maintaining good personal hygiene is essential for overall health and preventing the spread of illness. Kids need to be taught important habits such as when …
How to Save a Knocked-out Permanent Tooth
Whatever has happened to cause a tooth to be knocked-out is traumatic enough, but if this happens to someone in your family it’s important to remain calm and follow these …
Recognizing the Signs of Bullying
In 2011, the Center for Disease control and prevention announced that 20% of children in grades 9-12 have experienced bullying. Bullying is not just a mean comment on the playground but …
Tips for Keeping Kids Safe To and From School
Whatever the mode of transportation to and from school, parents should teach their children how to be safe. The following are tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Walking Walking …
Protecting Your Child From Poisons in the Home
Potentially poisonous products such as cleaning products and medicines may put your child at risk when not used and stored safely. Even seemingly harmless products such as cosmetics need to …
Fireworks Safety for Kids
Each year the use of fireworks results in injuries that require a visit to the emergency room. The U.S Product Safety Commission reported that the most common injuries were burns and …
Identifying the Warning Signs of Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome
Recently, the Center for Disease Control announced an increase in autism cases in the United States, citing data from a study that looked at numerous health records from 14 states. …
Can Snoring Cause Behavior Problems in Children?
The journal Pediatrics, published by the American Academy of Pediatrics, included an article in its March issue that is not only gaining publicity but also causing concern and confusion among parents. …
Preventing Cavities for Your Kids
Part of being a parent means becoming educated on common childhood diseases: Red itchy spots are a sign of chicken pox, untreated whooping cough could lead to severe health problems… …