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Articles by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Toddlers (1-2 years old)
Developmental Milestones During this time, your child is becoming increasingly more mobile, and aware of himself and...
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Toddlers (2-3 years old)
Developmental Milestones Because of your child’s growing desire to assert her independence, this stage is often...
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What is Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?
ADHD is one of the most common neurobehavioral disorders of childhood and can persist through adolescence and into...
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Symptoms of ADHD
The year 2000 Diagnostic & Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR) provides criteria for diagnosing...
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About BMI for Children and Teens
What is BMI? Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number calculated from a child's weight and height. BMI is a reliable indicator...
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How Much Physical Activity Do Children Need?
Children and adolescents should do 60 minutes (1 hour) or more of physical activity each day. This may sound like a...
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H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu): Information for Concerned Parents and Caregivers
What is H1N1 Flu? H1N1 is a type of influenza (flu) virus that causes respiratory disease that can spread between...
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H1N1 (Swine Flu): Information for Child Care Providers
CDC has identified an outbreak of H1N1 flu in people in the United States. An updated list of the states that have...
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La influenza porcina y usted (gripe porcina)
22 de junio, 2009 12:00 a.m. hora del Este Nueva influenza H1N1 ¿Qué es la influenza H1N1 (influenza o gripe...
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Advice for Parents on Talking to Children About H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)
May 6, 2009, 10:30 PM ET As a parent you know how hard it can be for children to understand stressful situations, such...
Topics: H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)
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