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Tag: Teens

Family

Parents are an important part of child’s healthcare team

Partnering with children's healthcare providers is a mutually beneficial partnership.

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Family

How graduated driver licensing laws save teen lives

Know the state laws to help driving teens abide by restrictions and stay safe.

teen cancer patient
Health Topics

What one young cancer survivor wants you to know

After 4 bouts with childhood cancer, this teen has learned valuable lessons and wants to share.

heat-related illness
Wellness

Understand and prevent heat-related illness

Heat stroke can lead to death. As athletes head to practice, know how this heat-related illness develops.

A mother helps her young daughter blow her nose with a tissue.
Health Topics

Tips for avoiding children’s allergy symptoms

Some strategies for controlling the runny noses and itchy eyes.

A nurse casts a boy's left arm
Orthopedics & Spine

When childhood play leads to a broken arm or hand

A cast or splint usually helps heal a child's broken arm. Fractures involving the elbow may need surgery.

Family

When do you need a child life specialist? 5 situations

These warmhearted experts can help children cope with being in the hospital.

Man and woman speaking with primary care specialist.
Health Topics

Making the heart care transition from pediatrics to adulthood

Young patients with congenital heart disease must learn to manage their condition as they become adults. Here’s what you need to know about making this important shift.

Two teenaged girls playing lacrosse on an outdoor field wearing eye protection.
Health Topics

How to prevent sports-related eye injuries

The right gear can prevent traumatic injury to the eyes during youth sports and activities.

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