Article at a Glance • Most colds are not serious and only last seven to ten days. • There is no cure for the cold. Antibiotics only work on bacteria, not viruses. But there are many things you can do to relieve the symptoms. • If your child is younger than three months old, be … Continue reading “Colds: When Should You Call Your Doctor?”
Article at a Glance • Our home’s air quality has a huge impact on our health. • Improve your home’s air quality by identifying any potential contaminants like cigarette smoke, mold, radon, carbon monoxide, VOCs, and allergens. We are used to worrying about poor air quality outside, but when was the last time you thought … Continue reading “Six Questions to Ask About Your Home’s Air Quality”
Article at a Glance• A recent study shows that taking vitamin D while pregnant could reduce the risk of your baby developing RSV.• Vitamin D can also reduce the risk of certain complications, such as gestational diabetes, infection, and preterm birth.• Consult with your doctor about how much vitamin D you should be taking. Respiratory … Continue reading “Taking Vitamin D While Pregnant Can Help Protect Your Baby From RSV”
Article at a Glance • Experts see a correlation between earbuds and an increase in hearing loss among adolescents. • When using headphones or earbuds, be sure to listen at lower volumes and avoid using them for long periods of time. • Not all hearing loss is immediate. Teens might not notice any damage to … Continue reading “Earbuds May be Attributing to an Increase in Hearing Loss in Teenagers”
Article at a Glance • Energy drinks contain high levels of caffeine and other stimulants that can be especially harmful to children. • Sports drinks do not contain any stimulants, but they are very high in calories, making them a poor choice for general use. Advertising makes energy and sports drinks attractive to children and … Continue reading “Are Energy and Sports Drinks Okay for Children and Teens?”
Article at a Glance• Teething gels can cause a serious, and sometimes fatal, condition that reduces the amount of oxygen in your blood stream.• Children under the age of two should not use products containing benzocaine unless under the supervision of a pediatrician. • You can relieve teething pain by massaging your child’s gums with … Continue reading “FDA Warns Against Using Teething Gels”
Article at a Glance • Sometimes it takes 10 tries before children will eat a new food, so don’t give up. • Avoid power struggles by resisting the urge to nag or force your children into eating vegetables. • Having fun and getting creative with presentation can help kids get excited about veggies. We all … Continue reading “You Scream, I Scream, We all Scream for-Veggies?”
Article at a Glance • Study highlights the potentially fatal risks involved in allowing players to continue participating in a sport after suffering from a suspected concussion or head injury. • “Second-impact syndrome” occurs when an individual suffers a second head injury following an unhealed concussion. This second impact can result in a catastrophic swelling … Continue reading “Study Sheds Light on Concussion Risks for Young Athletes”
Article at a Glance • People are more likely to get cancer from obesity and lack of exercise then they are through exposure to cellphones and chemicals. • Most people are not exposed to carcinogens at a level that will cause cancer. • Instead of living in fear, decide to make reasonable efforts to avoid … Continue reading “Obesity and Unhealthy Lifestyles More Likely to Cause Cancer Than Chemicals”
Article at a Glance • Claims of a link between vaccines and autism are not supported by research. Additionally, a recent report shows that much of the data in the original supporting study was falsified. • Vaccines have been so successful that parents often no longer see or understand the seriousness of the diseases they … Continue reading “Life Before Vaccines”
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