Health experts are warning parents to make sure their children are vaccinated against measles. This comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that as of March 28, 2024, a total of 97 [Read More]
Wearing sunscreen is a must and the only way you can protect your skin from the damaging effects of UV rays. While sunscreen comes in many different shapes and sizes, you’ll want to buy something [Read More]
March is Child Life Month, a time to recognize the impact child life specialists have on hospitalized children. Child Life Specialists are trained child development professionals who help children and their families with the medical [Read More]
Every time you test the temperature of your baby’s bottle with your mouth, or share food, a straw, or a utensil with your toddler, you’re also sharing bacteria that cause tooth decay. That’s right, cavity-causing [Read More]
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama is proud to announce the launch of Chews Wisely Alabama®, a statewide initiative designed to help our members and Alabamians lead a healthier lifestyle by making smart choices [Read More]
The American Academy of Audiology audiologists are warning parents to be extra cautious when selecting toys that make noise this holiday season. Recognizing that tiny ears are particularly susceptible to hearing damage and children are particularly [Read More]
More than six million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, and by 2050, this number is expected to rise to nearly 13 million, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. With those staggering numbers, Alzheimer’s likely touches someone you [Read More]
“The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends less than 25 grams of sugar per day, which is about six teaspoons,” says Rainie Robinson, a registered dietitian at Children’s of Alabama. Robinson says any time is an excellent [Read More]
Parents can’t do all they can to keep their children healthy if they aren’t healthy themselves. Guidelines and testing schedules for adults are seemingly always changing—not to mention that as adults age, their risk of [Read More]
Most parents know the basics of keeping their children healthy from eating healthy to getting enough sleep and exercise. But what about beyond those basics? Immunization schedules, routine checkups, the handling of chronic health issues [Read More]
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