Studies show that visits to primary health care providers decline through the teen years for both boys and girls. The National Research Council reports that 70 percent of adolescent morbidity (illness) and mortality (death) results from behaviors and lifestyle elements that can be prevented or managed if recognized by highly trained and acutely aware health
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Five Things to Consider When Choosing Your Child’s Doctor
Choosing a child’s doctor is one of the most important aspects of maintaining the child’s overall health. The pediatrician cares for your child’s acute and chronic health needs, provides vaccines, tracks growth and development, and partners with you in raising an emotionally and physically healthy youngster from birth to age 18. Let’s talk about five
Read MoreHow Does Earwax Removal Work for Kids?
Is your child’s ear bothering them, causing them hearing difficulties or pain? If this is the case, it could be due to earwax buildup and blockage. Untreated buildup and blockage can lead to various issues, including hearing loss. Your child’s physician can perform earwax removal to get rid of the buildup. Let’s talk about earwax
Read MoreWhy Are Kids Sports Physicals Important?
Whether your kid is a high school soccer player, a performer in the school musical, or likes shooting hoops in the back yard, a sports physical is an important way to ensure your child is healthy, thriving, and able to participate in their activities safely. Sports are a great way for your child to stay
Read MoreIs Your Teen Experiencing Mood Swings? Here’s What to Do
Mood swings are normal during the teenage years. Your teen may hug you one minute and then stomp away the next – with barely any provocation. So, what can a parent do? Let’s talk about some of the ways in which you can best handle the awkward moments in your teenager’s life, and where your
Read MorePreparing for College: A Checklist for Parents and Teens
Attending college is a significant milestone in a young person’s life. Congratulations on this momentous occasion. It’s a great chapter, but there’s no denying that it may be nerve-wracking. As you prepare for the first day of classes, take the time to prepare yourself not only academically, but also mentally and emotionally. You’ll be glad
Read MoreTips for Preventing Teen Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Adolescence is a stage of life in which your child develops sophisticated thinking and reasoning skills that enable them to learn who they are, build independence and a sense of self, and get ready to eventually leave the nest. As the development of higher-level cognitive functioning progresses in adolescence, your child’s brain undergoes a “remodeling
Read MoreImportant Pediatric Blood Tests: What They Show
Children may be equipped with a robust innate immune system, but it doesn’t mean they are not vulnerable to diseases and disorders that can have a detrimental impact on their growth, development, and overall health and well-being. That is why aside from routine well-child exams, your pediatrician may, from time to time, recommend blood tests—to
Read MorePractical Advice About Pediatrician Visits
Visits to the pediatrician can be stressful for adolescents, just like going to the doctor can cause a bit of anxiety for adults. While pediatricians are experienced in making teen patients feel comfortable, there are a few things that you can do to help your child feel less stressed out about it. Let’s talk about
Read MoreTeen Drug Abuse: The Most Influential Factors
Adolescence is a period marked by tremendous physical, emotional, cognitive, and social development and challenges. It is at this stage that the used-to-be tiny child of yours develops advanced patterns of reasoning, seeks to forge their own identity, and establishes attachments with people outside of your home. Unfortunately, as teens develop a sense of self,
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