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How much screen time can my child have over the summer?

Now that school is out and the weather is hot and muggy, you may be tempted to relax your family’s screen time rules. Here’s why pediatric nurse practitioner Jasmine M. Terrell doesn’t recommend it.

swollen legs

Swollen legs? 7 questions to ask yourself (Better yet: Ask your doctor!)

Swollen legs should never be ignored. Causes range from the everyday to the deadly. An evaluation by a specialized vein center can help pinpoint the problem.

Do children need a multivitamin?

Why a daily multivitamin is probably a waste of money — and what you should be giving your kids instead.

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Urinary tract infections in older adults

Older adults may have cognitive as well as physical symptoms of a UTI.

ear tube side effects

What parents need to know about ear tube surgery

Should my child get ear tubes for constant ear infections?

5 ways to make summer great for kids

Consider these "five Rs" for helping children get the most out of summer.

Advice to prevent ATV accidents

ATV riders: Strap on a helmet like you wear a seat belt in a car

ATV accidents jump as weather gets warm, and children are more prone to injuries. Here's why.

The importance of having an asthma action plan

Asthma can be frightening, but a pediatric asthma action plan will help keep your kid safe.

10 Fun Summer Activities for Tweens

10 fun summer activities for tweens

Sometimes the simplest ideas make for the best memories for tweens in the summertime.

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