We all know children are ready for a break from school once the academic year finishes, but does that break affect children’s health habits? With the warm weather and extra free time away from the classroom, you might assume that kids spend a lot more time running around outdoors over summer vacation. But, that assumption would…
It’s glorious summer – but that insidious bug responsible for your runny nose and wheezing cough isn’t showing any sign of going on vacation. According to doctors, summer colds can yield many questions from patients: If I have an ordinary cold, why do I feel worse when it’s warm out? Are my persistent symptoms…
Is your student heading back to school soon? Check out these top tips for keeping your student healthy during the hectic back-to-school season! Back to School time can be stressful for parents and kids. It marks the end of a more relaxed summer schedule and the beginning of a large to-do list. While scrambling…
Earlier this month, President Barack Obama officially declared September Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Check out the official proclamation by the President, below. BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Pediatric cancer affects thousands of young Americans each year. It is the leading cause of disease-related death for children, and this year,…