Helping Kids Maintain a Healthy Weight

Sep 27, 2019

It can be hard to talk to kids about their weight. But it's important to help them develop good habits at an early age.

How to Handle Screen Related Temper Issues in Children

Is your child's screen time causing more tantrums? Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, reveals how excessive digital exposure can lead to emotional challenges in kids.

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Jul 29, 2024

Kids' Eye and Vision Problems: What School Screenings Might Miss

As kids head back to school or jump in for the first time, it's essential to ensure their vision is functioning correctly. If they have issues, now is the time...

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May 20, 2024

Measles and the Cost of Vaccine Hesitancy

Measles was declared eliminated from the United States in 2000, meaning that there was no sustained transmission. Yet outbreaks of measles in the United States have continued to occur. Here's...

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Jan 04, 2024

Melatonin for Children: Pediatricians Urge Caution

More parents are giving their children melatonin to help them sleep. Pediatricians at University of Utah Health agree and urge caution. Here’s why...

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Aug 23, 2023

Helping Your Picky Eater—And Knowing When to Seek Help

Offering solid food to your baby is an exciting time. But the excitement can suddenly end when they refuse to eat their favorite food. Nearly all kids have a period...

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Jul 31, 2023

Three Types of Pink Eye and How to Prevent it

As summer heats up, so do activities that put kids and adults in close quarters. These circumstances make us more susceptible to picking up common eye infections, including a condition...

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Feb 09, 2022

The 5 Most Common Kids' Rashes and What to Do

When your child comes to you with a rash, don't panic - yet. Many childhood rashes are simple to treat or simply require time to go away. Here are five...