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Child health and development

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How can I protect my children from the lead paint in our home?
If your home was built after 1978, it's unlikely that you have lead paint; but paint in older homes ...

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Could warning labels help reduce sugar intake?
Many in the U.S. eat too much sugar. Here’s how some states are trying to help people take in less.

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Is my child at risk for high cholesterol?
The first signs of heart disease can start in childhood. Here’s what to look for and how you can hel...

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Words as weapons: what is bullycide and how concerned should we be?
There are over 100 suicides per day in the US, and one cause is contributing greatly.

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What to know about SIDS
Learn important steps for lowering the risk of sudden infant death syndrome.

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Up to 12 million children get lice every year. is your child at risk?
These pesky insects latch onto the scalp and cause major itching.

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Your child’s first dental visit
Where’s what you need to know about your first brush with kids’ dentistry.

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How effective are pertussis (whooping cough) vaccines?
Lisa Thornton, MD, explains how booster shots can keep your immunity strong.

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Please do not make your own baby formula
Recipes for homemade baby formula often circulate online. A pediatrician explains why making your ow...

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Teen depression: how parents and caregivers can offer support
Learn how to help your child cope with symptoms of depression.