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Signs Your Child Needs To See a Pediatric Ophthalmologist
There are times when a trip to a specialist – the pediatric ophthalmologist – is the best option. They are skilled at recognizing the sometimes subtle signs of an eye problem that a baby or young child cannot describe.
Easing Early Arthritis with Stem Cells
An orthopedic specialist describes how some stem cell treatments outside a hospital setting may not offer a comparable level of quality.
The Best Foods To Eat and Avoid for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
No plan has been proven to prevent or control IBD. But managing your diet can help manage your disease during flares and periods of remission.
A Drug-Free Therapy for Children with Peanut Allergies
If your child has a peanut allergy, there is a treatment available to help desensitize him or her to peanuts and other food allergens.
How Ticks Find You and Spread Disease
Ticks carry germs that can cause a number of diseases, including Lyme disease. If you spend time outdoors, be wary of ticks, whether you’re hiking in a forest or simply relaxing on your lawn.
How To Treat and Prevent Burns -- and When To Seek Care
While the summer months bring fun, they can also be a time when injuries occur -- including burns.
Urgent Care, Orthopedic Injury Clinic or ER: Where To Go For Care
When serious injury or illness occurs, it can be tough to figure out the most appropriate place to get medical care. Many people would head straight to an emergency room. But that may not be the best choice for your condition – or your wallet.
5 Questions Answered on Inflammatory Disease Linked to COVID-19 in Children
Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children can be serious, even deadly, but most children who are diagnosed with this condition have gotten better with medical care. What parents and caregivers need to know.