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Child health and development

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How to ease the cost of central precocious puberty treatment
Strategies that may help reduce your out-of-pocket costs for medications that treat central precocio...

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How can I support a child with central precocious puberty?
Strategies that can help parents and caregivers support a child diagnosed with early puberty.

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What to ask when prescribed a new medication for CPP
Ask these questions when prescribed any new medication related to central precocious puberty (CPP) t...

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Eco-nesting: how to protect your baby from hidden toxic chemicals
Save this science-backed checklist for smart planning—and easy shopping—during pregnancy.

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How to protect children from the health effects of climate change
From extreme heat to storms, pests, pollution, and more, our kids are feeling the effects of climate...

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My story: Amanda, RSV
Amanda is a proud parent of an RSV survivor.

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My story: DeAndré, RSV
As a parent, DeAndré had never heard of respiratory syncytial virus until his son contracted the con...

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Groundbreaking study uncovers possible explanation for SIDS deaths
More research is needed but newborns could potentially be screened at birth for a biomarker to help ...

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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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What to know about car seat safety for young children
From infant carriers to boosters, get tips for protecting your kids when you drive.