Fireworks Safety

Fireworks are one of many Americans’ favorite parts of summer. While it’s safer to leave the show to the pros and attend a public display, many people…

Vitamins and Minerals: How to Get What You Need

Micronutrients are the vitamins and minerals found in food. They nourish your body and are essential to your overall health. Choosing foods each day that are rich…

Effects of Sun Exposure

Everyone who goes outside is exposed to the sun. It is important to know the effects of sun exposure. The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) advises…

When Does My Child Need Emergency Services?

Any time your child becomes sick or injured, it can be scary. You may not know what to do. Should you take him or her to the…

Overeating in Children and Teens

Sometimes it may seem your child or teen eats all the time. It may seem they are eating lots of snacks between meals or overeating at meals….

Flu Symptoms vs. Cold Symptoms

As fall approaches each year, it signals the time for changes in the weather, holidays with family—and coughing, sneezing, sore throats, and headaches. When these symptoms hit, how…

Drowning

Drowning is one of the most common dangers when you’re in the water. It happens when you get water — even a small amount — in your…

Enuresis (Bedwetting)

What is enuresis (bedwetting)? Enuresis is the medical term for bedwetting while sleeping. Bedwetting is fairly common among children. It is often just a stage in their…

Healthy Eating for Kids

Why healthy eating for kids is important Many children and families today have busy schedules. These make it hard to sit down to homemade meals every day….

Abciximab injection

Abciximab injection What is this medication? ABCIXIMAB (ab SIX i mab) prevents blood clots during episodes of chest pain or a heart attack. It may be used…