As children begin practices for fall sports in the sweltering heat, it's important to take steps to prevent heat exhaustion. Children and teenagers adjust more slowly than adults to changes in environmental heat, produce more heat with activity than adults and sweat less. They also may not think to rest or drink enough fluids when playing sports or exercising.
Educating your child's immune system is an important part of preventing disease and an important part of preparing for the upcoming school year. By following a regular vaccination schedule you can educate your child's immune system, thereby maximizing the learning opportunities for reading, writing and arithmetic.
Flu season is approaching again, and parents should know that fall is the time to have your children immunized. This is especially important for children with asthma and other high-risk medical problems.
The first day of school always requires preparations: notebooks, pens, a new set of clothes, etc. Don't forget to prepare for your child's health, says Dr. Pamela F. Gallin -- a pediatrician at Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital of NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, a mother of four, and the author of "The Savvy Mom's Guide to Medical Care and How to Survive Your Doctor's Care." Dr. Gallin provides parents and caregivers with tips to help their kids get a smart start to the academic year.
Considering how common they are, colds and flu are the subject of a great many misconceptions. Dr. Seth Feltheimer, an associate attending physician, and Patricia Ciminera, nurse practitioner at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center, offer their insights and expertise on these sources of misery.
Halloween is approaching, and many parents may wonder if trick-or-treating is safe. Dr. Meridith Sonnett, director of pediatric emergency services at Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital of NewYork-Presbyterian, suggests that with a few precautions, Halloween can be a happy and safe occasion for all. Dr. Sonnett suggests that trick-or-treating or collecting donations for organizations like UNICEF or the Red Cross be limited to familiar neighborhoods and neighbors.
Back to school means new shoes. How do parents and kids pick the best footwear? A podiatrist offers his suggestions.
Hockey season is less than two months away. Now is the time for parents and coaches to think long and hard about warm-ups to prevent the possible development of osteoarthritis. "Knee injuries are among the most common form of hockey injuries. A single knee injury as a teenager or young adult can triple the risk of osteoarthritis - the most common form of arthritis - in that knee by middle age," said Dr. Cy Frank, Scientific Director, Institute of Musculoskeletal Health and Arthritis (IMHA) of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), and an admitted hockey addict.
As nearly 50 million K-12 public school students return to school this fall, school officials are busy finalizing what foods and beverages to offer. So what should be on the menu? Schools that include nutrient-dense foods from the Dietary Guidelines' food groups to encourage - fruits, vegetables, low-fat or fat-free dairy foods and whole grains - in wellness policies have a tremendous opportunity to help kids get the nutrients they need.
Penn sleep physician shares advice for parents of teens who suffer from delayed sleep phase syndrome.
Creating an environment that encourages children to do homework is a tough assignment. Ken Haller, M.D., associate professor of pediatrics at Saint Louis University, suggests that wearing a special shirt "“ in addition to having a designated workspace and the right supplies "“ can put children in the mood to buckle down and study.
As the summer winds down and high school and college kids get ready for classes, stress can be high "“ and so can the pimple breakouts for teens. Dee Anna Glaser, M.D., professor of dermatology at Saint Louis University, can talk about medications and regimens teens can use to put their best face forward during this time of year.
How do you make sure your child is eating a healthy lunch at school? Give him some say in what to eat, says Marjorie Sawicki, a registered dietitian at Saint Louis University's Obesity Prevention Center.
For millions of Americans, coughing, headaches, post-nasal drip and intense pressure throughout the face aren't just the side effects of a short bout with the flu, but what they experience every day living with sinusitis. But there's a painless, "very Star Trek-esque" way to relieve symptoms: sinonasal endoscopy and image-guided, non-invasive surgery, says Raj Sindwani, M.D..
If you want to know why leaves change colors in the fall, the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry has the answer.
As school begins, occupational therapists have tips to help students avoid backpack pain and overcome stress.
September is Prostate Cancer and Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, which makes it the perfect time to focus on the prevention and early detection of prostate and gynecologic cancers.
Two MTSU professors who have researched bullying, both the bullied and bullies, report that the age-old problem is widespread and has destructive effects for all involved but it's finally getting a much-needed spotlight. How parents and school personnel respond to bullying situations is crucial. Despite the myths, bulling is not normal behavior, nor should it be tolerated.
So you've bought your child a lunchbox, a backpack, new shoes and hand soap for the teacher's closet "“ but did you remember to give your kindergartener the literacy skills he or she needs to begin school?
Members of the faculty of Sarah Lawrence College are featured in a new documentary, Values Go to School, which explores ethics with children. The third in the Learning Child Series produced by Jonathan Diamond Associates in association with the Child Development Institute it follows When a Child Pretends about understanding the value of pretend play.
Experts with the American Academy of Neurology are available to speak with journalists about Back to School Health issues, including sports concussion/head injury, ADHD, and the importance of getting kids to bed earlier in preparation for early school start times.
Students returning to school after summer break may need a refresher in writing clear and well-organized papers, say Purdue University writing experts.
Underage drinking has many "secondhand" effects that can have a variety of short- and long-term consequences, says a Purdue University expert.
Should college students be vaccinated for bacterial meningitis? What vaccinations are needed for school this fall? A Grand Valley State University nursing professor can help answer these questions.
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital took on the fight against sickle cell disease very early in its history. Today, the St. Jude Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center is one of the largest such programs in the United States; and it is one of only 10 Comprehensive Sickle Cell Centers funded by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.
Mental health experts at The Menninger Clinic in Houston have views and information for insight into issues that are increasingly common among today's students.
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