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Whippits, Huffing and Nitrous Gas: What Kids Are Inhaling for a High
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Jul 2025
Whippits, Huffing and Nitrous Gas: What Kids Are Inhaling for a High
Inhalant use is more common among younger teens, particularly those in middle school. Learn signs of inhalant use and prevention tips.
By: Alysha Currie, RN, CSPI | 0
Safety and Prevention
Summer Events and Festivals: A Safety Guide for Families
03
Jun 2025
Summer Events and Festivals: A Safety Guide for Families
Keep your family safe this summer with tips on hearing, sun, heat, and first-aid protection at events, festivals, and outdoor adventures.
By: Zenar T. Yohannes, MD, FAAP | 0
Safety and Prevention
Measles in 2025: What Parents Need to Know About This Preventable Disease
08
Apr 2025
Measles in 2025: What Parents Need to Know About This Preventable Disease
Measles is on the rise in 2025. Read what parents need to know about this highly contagious, potentially serious & preventable disease.
By: Felicia Scaggs Huang, MD, MSc | 0
Safety and Prevention
Parents of Teens: 8 Facts To Know About Nicotine and E-Cigarettes
18
Mar 2025
Parents of Teens: 8 Facts To Know About Nicotine and E-Cigarettes
Parents can use this information to help reduce the likelihood that their teens will turn to vaping and e-cigarettes.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 1
Safety and Prevention
Spring Cleaning? Keep These Safety Precautions In Mind
13
Mar 2025
Spring Cleaning? Keep These Safety Precautions In Mind
Poisonings are a leading cause of death from injuries in the United States. Use these spring cleaning safety tips to keep your family safe.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 0
Safety and Prevention
Parents: Know the Dangers of Water Beads
03
Mar 2025
Parents: Know the Dangers of Water Beads
Learn about the dangers that come with using water beads as toys, including risks with swallowing them and poisoning risks.
By: Julia Conroy | 1
Safety and Prevention
Holiday Travel With Kids: Tips To Be Prepared
19
Nov 2024
Holiday Travel With Kids: Tips To Be Prepared
Illnesses can creep up any time – even on what’s supposed to be a fun holiday trip. Use our holiday travel tips to be ready for anything.
By: Lindsi Meek, MSN, APRN | 0
Safety and Prevention
10 Safety Tips for Trick-Or-Treaters on Halloween
11
Oct 2024
10 Safety Tips for Trick-Or-Treaters on Halloween
Keep your kids safe this Halloween by following these safety tips, including safety tips for trick-or-treating and costume safety tips.
By: Stephanie Lyons, CPST-I | 0
Safety and Prevention
4 Must-Know Facts About Whooping Cough
01
Oct 2024
4 Must-Know Facts About Whooping Cough
Whooping cough, also called pertussis, is a highly contagious respiratory disease. Here are four must-know facts about it.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
Do Your Kids Have These #s in Their Phones?
25
Sep 2024
Do Your Kids Have These #s in Their Phones?
Make sure these important phone numbers are in your kids' cell phones, and that they know how and when to use them.
By: Lauren Riney, DO | 0
Safety and Prevention
Edible Mushroom Products: What Parents Should Know
17
Sep 2024
Edible Mushroom Products: What Parents Should Know
Edible mushroom products are not regulated, so their contents and safety are questionable. Learn must-know facts about these products.
By: Alysha Currie, RN, CSPI | 0
Safety and Prevention
Accidental Exposure to Substances at School: Keeping Safety Top of Mind
21
Aug 2024
Accidental Exposure to Substances at School: Keeping Safety Top of Mind
Accidents can happen anywhere, anytime, but many can be prevented with a little information sharing and awareness spreading. Keep back-to-school safety top of mind by reading the most common accidental exposures at school.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 1
Safety and Prevention
Be Cautious With Canned Look-Alike Beverages
12
Jul 2024
Be Cautious With Canned Look-Alike Beverages
Canned look-alike beverages look like traditional drinks but could be harmful to children. Follow these tips to help keep your family safe.
By: Alysha Currie, RN, CSPI | 0
Safety and Prevention
Fireworks Safety Tips
01
Jul 2024
Fireworks Safety Tips
The safest option to enjoy fireworks is to watch a professional show. If you plan to set off at-home fireworks, follow these safety tips.
By: Wendy Pomerantz, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
A Parent’s Guide to Life Jackets
12
Jun 2024
A Parent’s Guide to Life Jackets
As we gear up for family outings to the lake or beach, prioritizing safety is important. Learn how to keep your family safe in the water using life jackets.
By: Stephanie Lyons, CPST-I | 0
Safety and Prevention
Medication Disposal: What is the Safest Way to Get Rid of Unused and Expired Medicine?
18
Mar 2024
Medication Disposal: What is the Safest Way to Get Rid of Unused and Expired Medicine?
It is important to dispose of unused and expired medicines safely to help avoid accidental exposures and to prevent teen drug abuse. Review four options to do this, as different medications may need different disposal procedures.
By: Alysha Currie, RN, CSPI | 0
Safety and Prevention
But First, Shades! How Kids Can View the Solar Eclipse Safely
07
Mar 2024
But First, Shades! How Kids Can View the Solar Eclipse Safely
When viewing the solar eclipse with kids, it's important to protect their eyes from severe and permanent damage. Read 5 tips to do it safely:
By: Melissa Rice, OD, FAAO | 6
Safety and Prevention
Preventing Accidental Overdose: How to Safely Administer Medications to Kids
23
Feb 2024
Preventing Accidental Overdose: How to Safely Administer Medications to Kids
Giving medications to kids can be challenging. Use these medication safety tips to help prevent accidental drug overdose in kids.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 2
Vaccines
Top 3 Reasons to Get Flu Shot in Third Trimester
20
Feb 2024
Top 3 Reasons to Get Flu Shot in Third Trimester
A new study explains when to get the flu shot during pregnancy, in order for it to be the most effective for infants months after their birth
By: Elizabeth Schlaudecker, MD, MPH | 1
Safety and Prevention
Young Athletes Prone to a Rash of Skin Conditions
04
Jan 2024
Young Athletes Prone to a Rash of Skin Conditions
Parents of athletes should be on the lookout for changes in their kids' skin, especially if they play certain contact sports. Learn more.
By: Mackenzie Erdmann, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
Staying Safe While Staying Warm: Carbon Monoxide Reminders
11
Dec 2023
Staying Safe While Staying Warm: Carbon Monoxide Reminders
Carbon monoxide is a silent killer: it's invisible and odorless. These important reminders can help keep your family safe.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 1
Safety and Prevention
The Impact of Marijuana on Pediatric and Teen Health
06
Dec 2023
The Impact of Marijuana on Pediatric and Teen Health
With the legalization of marijuana has come a marked uptick in kids accidentally ingesting it in those states. Read more about the connection
By: Shan Yin, MD | 0
Healthy Living
Why Your Child Most Likely Does Not Have A Penicillin Allergy
01
Dec 2023
Why Your Child Most Likely Does Not Have A Penicillin Allergy
More than 95% of kids with a penicillin allergy on their medical charts are found not to be allergic after going through allergy testing.
By: Andrew Winslow, MD | 0
Healthy Living
What Parents Need to Know About COVID, Flu and RSV in Fall ‘23
03
Oct 2023
What Parents Need to Know About COVID, Flu and RSV in Fall ‘23
With viral illnesses starting to circulate and updated vaccinations available, there's a lot for parents to know. Read answers to FAQs.
By: Felicia Scaggs Huang, MD, MSc | 2

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