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Tag: Middle Childhood

Family

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
Family

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.

Family

5 reasons children need child life services

Child life specialists help meet five important needs children have while in the hospital.

school shooting conversation
Family

How to talk to children about mass shootings

With news of mass shootings everywhere, shielding children may not be possible.

Allergies

Types of Allergies: The My Vanderbilt Health Guide

From seasonal and food allergies to insect stings, we’ve got the details for navigating these sneezy, itchy and sometimes scary situations.

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Diabetes

Diabetes in kids: Warning signs you should know

Recognizing diabetes is not as easy as many people think — especially when it’s a child with diabetes. Here are the signs and symptoms you need to know to identify diabetes in kids early — and why early intervention is key.

child passenger safely buckled in to seat
Safety

What to know about your child’s car seat

Here's the latest on child car seat safety from a Vanderbilt expert.

diversity activities for kids
Family

Teaching cultural diversity in early childhood

Food and books are useful tools for parents in fostering kids' acceptance of diverse backgrounds.

Child wearing sports jersey using asthma inhaler
Health Topics

Can a child with asthma still play sports?

The short answer is yes, say asthma experts. It’s all about management

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