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Is Sunscreen Safe? Published on May 21, 2019 in Health Tip of the Week Are the chemicals in sunscreen harmful? Should parents be concerned? Dr. McMahon provides answers and suggestions on how to protect against sun exposure.
Not Feeling Great? The Visit Can Wait! Published on May 14, 2019 in Health Tip of the Week Visiting a child in the hospital can lift everybody’s spirits. But if you’re sick or you’ve been around someone who is sick, a hospital visit can have serious consequences.
Understanding, Preventing and Responding to Bullying Published on May 07, 2019 in Health Tip of the Week Bullying is a harmful form of youth violence — with consequences for kids who bully others, are bullied, or even observe bullying as bystanders.
Genetic Testing 101: What Parents Need to Know Published on Apr 23, 2019 in Health Tip of the Week If your child has symptoms of an inherited condition or one that might be caused by a spontaneous gene mutation, your doctor may recommend genetic testing. Here's what you need to know.
The Health Benefits of Gardening Published on Apr 16, 2019 in Health Tip of the Week Check out the many benefits of gardening and how the Gardens at CHOP provide unique and vital resources to our patients and their families.
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