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Mango Frosty Recipe August 31, 2015

Perfect for those last remaining days of summer, this mango frosty is healthy and refreshing. It also makes for a great allergy-friendly recipe. Ingredients 2 cups – mango cubes, frozen 3 medium – banana 1/4 cup – coconut milk, full fat 1 tablespoon – honey 1 teaspoon – vanilla extract 1/8 teaspoon – salt 1 … Continue reading “Mango Frosty Recipe”

Posted in Healthy Recipes | Tagged breakfasts, recipes, snacks

Gun safety: Keeping our children safe August 24, 2015

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Even when taught about gun safety, studies have shown that children rarely respond the way they have been instructed.
Properly securing your firearms is the best way to prevent accidents.
Whether you have a gun in the home or not, it is important to teach your children about gun safety because children often encounter guns in the homes of friends and family.

Posted in Child Safety, Pediatric Articles | Tagged guns, middle childhood, safety

Q&A: Mononucleosis (Mono) August 17, 2015

Article at a Glance Mono is a viral disease that is spread by coming in contact with an infected person’s salvia. Mono can cause flu-like symptoms that last 2 to 6 weeks. The best way to treat mono is to get plenty of rest and drink lots of fluids. If you have kids in high … Continue reading “Q&A: Mononucleosis (Mono)”

Posted in Medical Conditions, Pediatric Articles, Teens | Tagged mono, viruses

A false sense of security: Refusing vaccination puts us at risk August 10, 2015

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Because of vaccines, diseases that once killed and maimed children are now highly preventable.
High immunization rates allow us to protect the most vulnerable in our communities, including babies and children with compromised immune systems.
Before you decide to delay or skip an immunization for your child, please talk to your pediatrician first so we can answer your questions and help you get the facts you need to make this important decision.

Posted in Immunizations, Pediatric Articles | Tagged vaccine safety, vaccines

Changing our sleep culture August 3, 2015

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Students who don’t get enough sleep don’t perform as well and are more prone to symptoms of depression.
Sleep deprivation can impair your driving as much as driving intoxicated.
We need to change how we perceive sleep and help make it more of a priority in schools and at home.

Posted in Healthy Living for Kids, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged bedtime, early childhood, sleeping

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