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Is Screen Time Making Our Kids Unhappy?
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All screen time is not created equal and doesn’t affect children’s mental health in the same way. A CHOP psychologist offers tips to concerned parents.
How to Prevent Heat Stroke: Common Sense Guidelines
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When the summer heat gets intense, follow these common-sense guidelines to prevent heat stroke and keep your kids (and yourself!) safe on the hottest days.
5 Ways to Help Your Child Cope with Blood Draws
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Make blood draws a less stressful experience for you and your child with these helpful tips.
How to Identify, Avoid and Treat Poison Ivy
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A CHOP pediatrician offers tips on how to identify and avoid poison ivy, and treatment options if a poison ivy rash occurs.
How to Prepare for a Safe Summer Trip
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When getting ready to travel with your family, plan ahead to stay healthy and safe and to be prepared for the unexpected.
Tracking Your Child’s Milestones: What the Updated Guidelines Mean
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Recently updated developmental milestones should lead to earlier identification of autism and developmental delays.
Should My Child Get the COVID-19 Vaccine?
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Why the COVID-19 vaccine is safe and why children and teenagers need it now.
Is Sunscreen Safe?
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Are the chemicals in sunscreen harmful? Should parents be concerned? Pediatric dermatology specialists provide answers and suggestions on how to protect against sun exposure.
How to Survive When a Stomach Bug Hits your Household
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Ways to prevent stomach bugs, how treat a stomach bug at home, and when to seek medical care.
CPR and AED Could Save Your Child’s Life
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This series of simple rescue steps could mean the difference between life and death during a sudden cardiac arrest.