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Fight seasonal allergies in kids

Seasonal allergies are among the most common allergies in the United States. In fact, up to 40% of children have pollen allergies, also referred to as allergic rhinitis or hay fever.

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Is technology affecting your child's mental health?

Technology has many benefits when used responsibly: It can help us connect with others, find answers to questions and can even help improve productivity. But as rates of depression rise in adolescents, many wonder if screens and social media are negatively affecting our children's well-being.

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How to nurture your child's mental health

Many parents understand the importance of healthy eating habits and staying active for their child's physical health. Now, with rates of mental health issues in children on the rise, more and more parents are realizing the value of supporting and nurturing their child's mental health as part of their overall health and wellness.

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Rise of mental health issues in children

The news about a youth mental health crisis in the wake of the pandemic has been alarming. In October 2021, health groups including the American Academy of Pediatrics declared a national emergency in children’s mental health. In December 2021, the U.S. Surgeon General issued an advisory on the urgent need to address the mental health crisis in children and teens in our country.

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How load management can improve sports performance

Today's young athletes are under more stress and competition than ever before. The year-round training and frequent play and tournaments can lead to burnout and injury.

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3 hidden signs of celiac disease in children

It's not commonplace for a child to need a gluten-free diet to stay healthy, but when it's your child, you want the facts and a plan. One in every 130 children is diagnosed with celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder in which gluten (a protein in wheat, rye and barley) inflames the intestines.

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Strokes: Kids can have them too

It’s not just the elderly who have strokes. In children, strokes are often due to blood clotting problems, congenital heart disease, infection or other long term conditions like Sickle Cell Disease. A pediatric neurologist at Children’s Health explains the signs and symptoms of stroke in children

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When should I take my child to the ER for mental health?

No family wants to be debating whether they should take their child to the emergency room (ER) for a mental health crisis. However, many children and teens experience challenges with mental health, and families may not know what to do or where to get the right care.

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