More articles about: Children's Health
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More Merry than Scary: 11 Halloween Safety Tips for Parents
Save hocus pocus for the small screen, and plan a safe and happy Halloween for the whole family with these guidelines.
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When Should I Take My Child to the Emergency Room?
A new poll finds that parents might rely on the hospital too often for minor issues. This primer for parents can help.
Pregnant woman receives her flu shot and Tdap vaccine during her third trimester
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How vaccines protect moms (and babies) during pregnancy and beyond
Find out the benefits of getting a flu shot and the Tdap vaccine during your third trimester of pregnancy, including how these vaccines help protect your unborn baby.
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Beating Childhood Cancer Shaped Mott Employee’s Career Path
A familiar face around the hospital, one Mott staffer’s experience with cancer as a teen helped influence the man he would become.
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My Child Has Bravely Fought Her Brain Tumor. She’s Still Waiting for a Cure
As her young daughter battles a brain tumor, a mother advocates for more research — and funding — to combat childhood cancers of all kinds.
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Kid with a Chronic Illness? 5 Tips for Parent-Teacher Teamwork
Experts at the Mott Children's Center share advice with parents for preparing their child's teacher and school manage their chronic illness should needs arise
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First Survivor of High-Risk Liver Surgery Heads to College
A daring liver procedure saved a child’s life after a near-fatal motorbike accident. He’s the only patient in the world known to have survived this type of surgery.
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How Parents and Kids Can Get the Most Out of Story Time
Reading to your child has many developmental benefits. Get five tips for maximizing story time with your child from a pediatrician at Michigan Medicine
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Back-to-School Anxiety: 6 Ways to Fight the Fear
Learn the signs of back to school anxiety and find six tips for helping your child cope with anxiety about school.
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A New Heart Lets First-Grader ‘Finally Act Like a Kid’
When a congenital heart condition went undetected at birth, one family was shocked to learn their 4-year-old needed a transplant. But today, he’s thriving.
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Parents’ Top 10 Children’s Health Concerns (and How to Handle Them)
Learn which health and safety issues parents are most concerned about and get advice for addressing cyberbullying, internet safety and more with your kids.
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Mott Heart Patient Fills Big Role on ‘The Treehouse Guys’ TV Show
Nearly 15 years after open heart surgery, a high school student helps design a special treetop retreat for his fellow campers — with a camera crew in tow.
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Lead in Baby Food: How Parents Can Reduce the Risk
A new report found that lead is present in one-fifth of baby foods and other products for young children. A Michigan Medicine pediatrician shares advice.
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How Parents Can Help Teens Avoid Distracted Driving
Teens and distracted driving can be fatal. Here are ways to prevent distractions like texting and driving and other teen safe driving tips.
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Kayak, Camp, Ski: Adaptive Sports Clinics Help Kids with Disabilities Get Active
A new program provides recreational outings for children with special needs, including cerebral palsy, paralysis and Down syndrome.