UNDER THE RAINBOW - Spring 2017
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6 Ways to Boost Your Child’s Gut Health
A healthy gastrointestinal tract helps kids thrive. But sometimes your child's digestive system needs a little TLC. Find out how to bolster your child's digestive health.
How a Persistent Mom and a Second Opinion Saved a Child's Life
Dameyonna Willis knew something was wrong with her baby. After she sought a second opinion, doctors at UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital diagnosed a congenital heart defect – and saved the infant's life.
How Your Child Can Avoid Germs at the Petting Zoo
There are few sights more adorable than watching your little one snuggle that cute baby chick at a petting zoo. But animals – even healthy ones – shed a variety of bacteria that can be toxic to your toddler.
5 Medicines You Shouldn't Give Your Preschooler
Each year, medicines given to help children send many to the emergency room instead. Reduce your child's risk for dangerous drug side effects by steering clear of these products.
Springtime Sniffles: Is It a Cold or Seasonal Allergies?
Knowing the difference between cold and seasonal allergies can guide you to the right quick-relief steps, help prevent future symptoms, and even head off complications like ear infections, sinus infections and worsening asthma.
Half of U.S. Children Aren't Drinking Enough Water
Kids need plenty of H2O to grow, but a surprising new study finds about half of them aren’t getting enough water every day.
Why Kids Younger Than 14 Need Only 2 HPV Vaccine Shots
Prompted by recent research, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new guidelines for human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccines. If you're a parent, find out what vaccine your child needs and when.
How You Can Cut Back on Germs in Your Home
Sneezes, cough and handshakes aren't the only way to spread disease-causing germs. The home is a huge collector of viruses, bacteria and allergy-inducing dust mites. How to target these illness hotspots.