In those busy weeks before the first day of school, many parents sandwich a quick visit to the doctor for their child between clothes-shopping trips and last-minute runs for school supplies. However, there's more to getting your child healthy and…
It’s that time of year! Yes, it’s back to school time, but it’s also back to practice time! Even though there are a tremendous amount of physical and social benefits to participating in sports, there is the downside injury risk.…
August is here! August is National Immunization Month (NIAM). NIAM is a yearly observance in August to highlight the importance of vaccination for people of all ages from infants to elderly. The goal of NIAM is to raise awareness about…
Where did summer go? Although children may not be ready to start thinking about the upcoming school year, parents should begin now to reset their child’s sleep schedule. During the summer break, many children go to bed later and wake-up…
We all look forward to summer—time to get away, get outside and have some fun. So what could be more unfair than catching a cold when it’s warm? Most people think of the common cold as a winter problem. But—…
Every summer, there are heartbreaking deaths that occur when children are left alone in a hot car. Although preventable, these deaths do occur. Summer is a good time to remind ourselves of the dangers of children being left in parked…
A fruit salad is the perfect go-to recipe for any occasion when you need a healthy and easy dish! Ingredients: 2/3 cup fresh orange juice 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon grated orange…
Boom, crackle, pop! We all love the sound of fireworks and celebration on the Fourth of July! However, let’s remember to enjoy them carefully! Almost 10,000 people are treated in emergency rooms for firework related injuries each year. Almost 40%…
The heat is on - time for pet parents to practice summer safety. Here are some tips to keep your pets safe and comfortable all summer long. Never leave your pet in a parked car Not even for a minute!…
Summer is finally here and we are all ready to enjoy it! Salute the Sun, Safely! Keep babies younger than 6 months out of the sun. If going outside, dress your baby in lightweight clothes that covers their arms and…