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Teens and Drug and Alcohol Use: Tips to Help Prevent It
30
May 2023
Teens and Drug and Alcohol Use: Tips to Help Prevent It
Teens may turn to drug and/or alcohol as a way to cope with stress or to fit in. Read tips on how to help prevent drug and alcohol use.
By: Alysha Behrman, RN, CSPI | 1
Safety and Prevention
A Surgeon’s PSA for Lawn Mower Safety
18
May 2023
A Surgeon’s PSA for Lawn Mower Safety
It's important to make sure kids are old enough and mature enough to mow lawns safely. Use these lawn mower safety tips to help keep your family safe.
By: Junichi Tamai, MD | 10
Food Allergies
Food Allergy vs. Intolerance: What’s the Difference?
16
May 2023
Food Allergy vs. Intolerance: What’s the Difference?
Food allergy and intolerance are often used interchangeably, but are actually quite different. Learn the difference and how to handle them.
By: Dr. Amal Assa'ad | 4
Safety and Prevention
Youth Dance Injuries: How to Identify the Issue
28
Apr 2023
Youth Dance Injuries: How to Identify the Issue
It is important for young dancers to learn the difference between normal soreness versus pain that could set them up for injury.
By: Aly Filipa | 1
Healthy Living
Top 4 Reasons for Teens to Limit or Quit Caffeine
04
Apr 2023
Top 4 Reasons for Teens to Limit or Quit Caffeine
More teens are using caffeine as a way to focus or stay awake. However, it is a drug and has side effects. Read why they should limit or quit caffeine use.
By: Shan Yin, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
Would You Pass This Pesticide Safety Quiz?
21
Mar 2023
Would You Pass This Pesticide Safety Quiz?
Pesticides pose risks when you come in contact with them. Take this quiz to see how you do at preventing pesticide exposures.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 3
Safety and Prevention
Testicle Pain in Boys: Don’t Wait, Act
04
Jan 2023
Testicle Pain in Boys: Don’t Wait, Act
When boys complain of sudden testicle pain, seek help immediately. It could be testicular torsion, which can cause permanent damage.
By: Brad Sobolewski, MD | 11
Safety and Prevention
10 Toy Safety Tips for the Holidays
20
Dec 2022
10 Toy Safety Tips for the Holidays
It’s important to read toy labeling and safety instructions carefully to make sure the toys are appropriate for your child’s age and skill level. These tips can help you make sure the toys in your house are as safe as possible for your kids.
By: Julia Conroy | 2
Safety and Prevention
Parents, Know the Dangers of Water Beads
13
Dec 2022
Parents, Know the Dangers of Water Beads
Water beads are a popular children's toy, but there are serious risks if a child accidentally swallows one. Learn about the dangers associated with water beads and rules for using them in your home.
By: Julia Conroy | 1
Safety and Prevention
10 Questions to Answer Before Using Your Fireplace This Winter
01
Dec 2022
10 Questions to Answer Before Using Your Fireplace This Winter
Before using your fireplace, use this fireplace safety checklist to make sure you’ve prepared your home and family for the chilly fireplace months.
By: Dawne Gardner | 1
Vaccines
Can Kids Get the COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines at the Same Time?
26
Oct 2022
Can Kids Get the COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines at the Same Time?
As flu season ramps up and COVID-19 sticks around, Dr. Frenck answers parents' most frequently asked questions about both vaccines.
By: Bob Frenck MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
11 Safety Tips for Trick-Or-Treaters on Halloween
25
Oct 2022
11 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: Dawne Gardner | 0
Safety and Prevention
Safe Sleep: How to Reduce The Risk of Sleep-Related Infant Deaths
24
Oct 2022
Safe Sleep: How to Reduce The Risk of Sleep-Related Infant Deaths
Create a safe sleep environment to help prevent Sudden Unexpected Infant Deaths (SUID), which includes Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
By: Danielle Parham, MD, FAAP | 0
Safety and Prevention
Internet Challenges: Know the Dangers
20
Oct 2022
Internet Challenges: Know the Dangers
Some Internet challenges are harmless and fun, while others can be incredibly dangerous. Learn what's important for both you and your child to know about the dangers of certain social media challenges.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 0
Healthy Living
Handwashing: How to Make It Fun for Kids
15
Oct 2022
Handwashing: How to Make It Fun for Kids
Handwashing with soap and water helps prevent illness and missed days from school and work. Learn techniques for making handwashing fun for kids.
By: Matt Short, MA | 0
Safety and Prevention
Stay Safe Outside this Fall: Avoid Wild Mushrooms and Berries
11
Oct 2022
Stay Safe Outside this Fall: Avoid Wild Mushrooms and Berries
It's important to know what poisonous wildlife to avoid to keep your family safe. Learn what is most common in the Midwest and some safety tips to steer clear of them.
By: Alysha Behrman, RN, CSPI | 2
Safety and Prevention
8 Misconceptions About Concussions in Kids
30
Sep 2022
8 Misconceptions About Concussions in Kids
Most parents are aware that concussions can happen in kids — but there are also a lot of misconceptions out there about them. For instance, falls, not contact sports, are the #1 cause of ER visits for head trauma in kids. Learn about other misconceptions to help recognize them.
By: Paul Gubanich, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
When Can My Child Ride in the Front Seat of the Car?
16
Sep 2022
When Can My Child Ride in the Front Seat of the Car?
When can kids ride in the front seat of the car? It's a question parents get asked a lot. Read why our child passenger safety experts recommend delaying it until age 13.
By: Michelle Price | 0
Child Development and Behavior
Risk Factors for Suicide in Kids and Teens
06
Sep 2022
Risk Factors for Suicide in Kids and Teens
Suicide is highly complex and cannot be attributed to a single cause. A combination of factors contribute to the risk, but are not necessarily direct causes. Read to learn about some of the more common risk factors for suicide.
By: Stacey Hoffman, LPCC, MEd | 3
Child Development and Behavior
Warning Signs of Suicide and Ways to Get Help
02
Sep 2022
Warning Signs of Suicide and Ways to Get Help
Studies suggest that the majority of people who die by suicide give warning signs beforehand, but they're not always obvious. Learn what these signs look like in teens and how to get them the help that they need.
By: Stacey Hoffman, LPCC, MEd | 8
Safety and Prevention
Monkeypox Q&A for Parents 
17
Aug 2022
Monkeypox Q&A for Parents 
Monkeypox cases have recently been reported in our region. While it's rare, it's still important to know about this disease and what you can do to help prevent contracting monkeypox. Learn more from one of our infectious disease experts.
By: Josh Schaffzin, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
Should My Child Wear A Mouthguard When Playing Sports?
11
Aug 2022
Should My Child Wear A Mouthguard When Playing Sports?
As sports have gotten more competitive and physical, parents often ask if their child should be wearing a mouthguard; some sports require them and others don't. Read to learn when kids should wear them and what type is best.
By: Sarat Thikkurissy, DDS | 0
Safety and Prevention
How to Avoid Purchasing a Counterfeit Car Seat
26
Jul 2022
How to Avoid Purchasing a Counterfeit Car Seat
If parents are in the market for a new car seat, beware of a concerning trend: counterfeit car seats. They may look like the real thing online; but when evaluated in person, they are made with inferior materials that make it unsafe. Read to learn how to avoid purchasing a counterfeit one.
By: Dawne Gardner | 0
Safety and Prevention
10 Tips for Pool Safety
21
Jul 2022
10 Tips for Pool Safety
It is important to educate your kids on swimming safety. Get started by reading these 10 pool safety tips from Cincinnati Children's.
By: Dawne Gardner | 11
Safety and Prevention
Top 5 Summer Safety Tips for Families
19
Jul 2022
Top 5 Summer Safety Tips for Families
Summer is a time for kids to get outside and be active. Keep these summer safety tips in mind when venturing out.
By: Wendy Pomerantz, MD | 0

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