Concussions in Young Athletes Increasing, Particularly Among Girls
Concussions in Young Athletes Increasing, Particularly Among Girls

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  • In sports that are played by both boys and girls, like soccer and basketball, girls have a higher rate of concussions.
  • A "culture of resistance" is cited as the reason for the increase in concussions.
  • Children who may have a concussion should not be allowed to return to the sport until they have been examined and cleared by a doctor.
French Toast on a Stick
French Toast on a Stick

This is a fun way to eat French toast! Instead of pouring the blackberry sauce on your plate, just dip your kabob in it. Blackberries are a great source of vitamin C and have an antioxidant that helps protect skin from sun damage, reduces inflammation, and fights free radicals. Ingredients 6 slices of wheat bread 3 … Continue reading “French Toast on a Stick”

Get Help With the Affordable Care Act

The Affordable Care Act has created lots of confusion, but has made it easier to acquire insurance. For some, it might even be at a lower cost. We at Utah Valley Pediatrics think you should know: If you do not have insurance by March 31st you will not be able to sign up for coverage … Continue reading “Get Help With the Affordable Care Act”

What To Do If Your Child Breaks A Bone
What To Do If Your Child Breaks A Bone

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  • Common signs of a broken bone are a bump or change in shape of the bone, intense pain, bruising, or swelling.
  • Children's bones are more flexible and have a thicker covering; making them harder to break and faster at healing.
  • Children usually do better during medical procedures when prepared ahead of time, so let your child know what to expect.
Tips on Making Your Pediatrician Visit a Success
Tips on Making Your Pediatrician Visit a Success

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  • Spending time with your child role-playing, explaining any procedures, and talking about why it is good to visit the doctor will help your child feel less anxious about the visit.
  • Write down any questions beforehand and be ready to provide the doctor with any needed information. Don’t be afraid to ask questions if you don’t understand something.
  • If you act like going to the doctor is a positive experience, your children will be more likely to feel the same.
How Safe Are Shopping Carts?
How Safe Are Shopping Carts?

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  • An average of 66 children a day are treated in the emergency room for shopping cart related injuries.
  • Instead of placing your child in the shopping cart, consider using a stroller or baby carrier.
  • If you do place your children in a shopping cart, make sure that they are properly strapped in and that you stay by their side.
Keeping On Top of Product Recalls
Keeping On Top of Product Recalls

Article at a Glance Most federal agencies allow you to get recall information through emails, apps, and social media. Recalls.gov pools product recall information from six different federal agencies for you. Register new products with the manufacturer to be notified of any recalls. This is particularly important with products like cribs, highchairs, and car seats. … Continue reading “Keeping On Top of Product Recalls”

Study: PG-13 Movies Today Have More Violence than R-Rated Movies in the 80’s
Study: PG-13 Movies Today Have More Violence than R-Rated Movies in the 80’s

Article at a Glance Study shows that overall violence in movies has doubled since 1950, and gun violence has tripled since 1985. Movies that were given an R-rating in the 80’s would probably now only receive a PG-13 rating. Parents are encouraged to do their homework on a movie or video game before their kids … Continue reading “Study: PG-13 Movies Today Have More Violence than R-Rated Movies in the 80’s”

Report Cautions Doctors About Prescribing Antibiotics for Children
Report Cautions Doctors About Prescribing Antibiotics for Children

Article at a Glance Report finds that antibiotics are being over prescribed for upper respiratory infections in children. Overusing antibiotics creates infectious organisms that are resistant to antibiotics. Antibiotics only work on bacteria, not viruses. Using an antibiotic on a virus is not only unhelpful but can cause harmful side effects. Whether or not an … Continue reading “Report Cautions Doctors About Prescribing Antibiotics for Children”

Sloppy Lentil Joes
Sloppy Lentil Joes

These are not only healthy, but easy on the budget. They taste like traditional sloppy joe’s, and the lentils have a similar texture to eating saucy ground beef. To save time you can even cook the lentils ahead of time and keep them in the freezer. Ingredients 1 tsp. oil 1 small onion, chopped 2 … Continue reading “Sloppy Lentil Joes”

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