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Preparing Your Child for Visits to the Doctor
When kids anticipate "going to the doctor," many become worried and apprehensive about the visit. Whether they're going ...
Source: The Nemours Foundation
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How to Talk to Your Child's Doctor
Your child's doctor can be an incredible resource when you have questions and concerns about your child's health, but ...
Source: The Nemours Foundation
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Preparing a Child with Asperger Syndrome for Medical Appointments
Going to the doctor’s/dentist’s office or the hospital is anxiety-producing for most people, but especially ...
Source: Autism Society
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Sports Physicals
You know that playing sports helps keep kids fit and are a fun way for them to socialize and make friends. But you ...
Source: The Nemours Foundation
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When Your Child Outgrows Pediatric Care
You may remember, not too long ago, stepping into the pediatrician's office for your child's very first visit. And you ...
Source: The Nemours Foundation
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Fear of the Flu Shot?
Sneezing season is upon us. There's no question that a flu shot can help - the question is, how to get your kids to ...
Source: Education.com
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Your Back-to-School Health Checklist
A great start to the school year also means the healthiest start possible. Here are a few health-related tips to keep ...
Source: Education.com
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To Vaccinate or Not to Vaccinate?
Does your child face more harm from the side effects of vaccines than he would from the disease against which he is ...
Source: Education.com
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Finding Your Way in the Health Care System
From the flu to broken bones, illnesses and medical emergencies seem to be inevitable parts of raising kids. It can be ...
Source: The Nemours Foundation
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Who's Who in the Hospital
Parents are likely to be stressed when a child is hospitalized, and questions about the people providing medical care ...
Source: The Nemours Foundation
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Why Do Doctors Perform Testicular Exams?
My son just had a physical exam, and the doctor examined his testicles. Why is this done?– PhyllisTesticular ...
Source: The Nemours Foundation
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How to Find Affordable Health Care
About 8 million children in the United States don't have health insurance. If your kids are among them because you can't...
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When Should My Daughter First Go to the Gynecologist?
My daughter is 13, and I'm not sure when she should start seeing a gynecologist. What is the right age to take this...
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Making the Most of Your Allergist Appointment
With allergy season in full-swing, many parents are fitting doctor’s visits for their children into busy schedules....
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Balancing Academics and Serious Illness
When your child has a serious or chronic illness, it's hard to think beyond the next treatment. While health is the...
Source: The Nemours Foundation
