Vaccines are considered one of the most powerful interventions of public health in the 20th century. Every year, vaccines protect billions of children from numerous deadly and debilitating infections like measles and polio. Yet, growing numbers of parents are opting to delay vaccination, partially vaccinate, or completely forgo vaccination for their kids. Let’s talk a
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How To Prepare for Kids’ Annual Check Up?
An annual well-child visit to your child’s pediatrician is just as important as your child’s health. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends taking your child for a well-child exam at least once a year after the age of 3 years. Typically, the annual child check-ups include a physical exam, immunization, and assessment of growth, development,
Read MoreFour Keys to Unlocking Autism
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 1 in 36 children (that makes up 2.8% of the child population) in the US receives a diagnosis of autism by the age of 8 years – and this number is rising very rapidly. Autism is a spectrum disorder, meaning that it affects every child
Read MoreBad Habits That Harm Kids’ Eyesight
Poor eyesight is just one aspect of children’s health that parents worry about. For instance, myopia or nearsightedness is a common eyesight problem in children, affecting nearly 5% of preschoolers, 9% of school-aged children, and about 30% of teens. Indeed, some children experience eyesight issues due to genetics, but in many children, eyesight problems are
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