Here are a few facts and safety tips, plus fun ideas, as you launch into your holiday activities with parades, fireworks, campfires, and glow sticks.
Tag: Pediatrics
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Autism: Every child is unique.
Read about three parents' experiences to see how diverse and neat their kids are. From the age of onset of autism spectrum disorder to a child’s patterns of behavior and the progression of the condition, each child is unique.
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Know the Dangers of These 3 Poisons
Remember the green Mr. Yuk sticker? The dangers of poisons today can be less obvious and can appear attractive or even trendy. You may have these in your home.
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Swing, batter-batter, swing! Sports Helmets and Concussions
By Kelly Shaner, MS, Athletic Trainer (LAT), Registered Orthopedic Technologist (ROT), ImPACT Trained Athletic Trainer (ITAT) While there is no “concussion-proof” helmet, wearing a helmet that is sized for your child’s age and is appropriate for his or her sport is essential. It must be well maintained, worn correctly, and certified for use by the...
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Developmental Screening for Children Ages 1-8
On Thursday, April 8, 2021, 4-7 pm, our physical, occupational, and speech therapists are offering a free screening for children 1-8 years of age. Appointment required - call to schedule.
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Strep Throat or Sore Throat?
Although strep commonly affects children, anyone can get it and, if left untreated, it can be more serious than you might think.
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Hard Hats for Little Heads—Bike Safety
To avoid the pain and ED visits for head injuries, a properly fitted bike helmet can help protect you, your child or teen from a serious brain or head injury.
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Reocurring Snot, Ahem, Cold Symptoms in Kids
By Martin Janning, MD, Outreach Specialist at GRHS: Ear, Nose & Throat Physician & Sleep Specialist This three-part series features common pediatric ear, nose, and throat symptoms to help parents identify the normal versus abnormal conditions kids have – and when to talk to their family physician about it. In part one, we looked at...
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Does Your Child Snore? 9 Signs of Troubled Sleep
Pediatric ear, nose, and throat (ENT) disorders remain among the primary reasons children visit a physician, according to the American Academy of Otolaryngology. Most physicians are prepared to handle an ear infection or runny nose, but how do you know when your child needs to see an ear, nose, and throat specialist? In addition to...
