Articles for Tag: "pediatric"

New one-of-a-kind asthma program launches  Featured
New one-of-a-kind asthma program launches
Asthma is one of the leading causes of school absenteeism. Learn how this new effort is helping.
5 ways to protect your child from the flu 
5 ways to protect your child from the flu
Here’s how to keep your little ones healthy during this influenza season.
Polio-like illnesses have physicians wondering 
Polio-like illnesses have physicians wondering
A mysterious sickness has reportedly affected up to 25 California children. Should other parents worry?
Tonsil surgery complications cited in child’s death 
Tonsil surgery complications cited in child’s death
A 13-year-old who underwent a routine tonsil surgery is now brain dead. Here’s what one expert says every parent should know.
Unique program helps families fight childhood obesity  Featured
Unique program helps families fight childhood obesity
Learn more about a special program that helps the whole family address weight issues.
Don’t mix cold and allergy meds, warns FDA 
Don’t mix cold and allergy meds, warns FDA
To avoid the risk of over-medication, experts say to check with your doctor first if you’re unsure whether your child’s symptoms are from a cold or allergy.
Keeping young hearts safe  Featured
Keeping young hearts safe
Cardiologists bring EKG screenings to high schools to prevent sudden death in student athletes.