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Keeping Germs Contained With a Sick Kid

We are frequently asked how families can keep their entire household from catching an illness from a sick child. As ...

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Back-to-School: Head Lice Prevention and Treatment

As our kids head back-to-school, they also head back into close contact with other kids. This means an increase in ...

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Can Food Impact Asthma?

 We often have parents who ask us if food can impact asthma symptoms, either positively or negatively. There have ...

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Can Food Impact Asthma?

Is there a connection between diet and asthma? Dr. Katherine Rivera-Spoljaric discusses the connection between the two. ...

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St. Louis Children’s 'No Questions Asked' Gun-Lock Program Expands to all BJC Locations

Free gun lock kiosks now available across BJC It’s a record and distinction no one wanted. In 2022, St. Louis ...

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Back-to-School: Does your Teenage Athlete Need a Heart Screen?

Last week we looked at the differences between back-to-school sports physicals and well child exams. This week, we are discussing ...

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Newborn Behavior: What’s Normal?

 Newborn behavior can be confusing. They are just getting accustomed to the world, and their reflexes, reactions, and behaviors ...

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Sports Physical vs. Well Child Exam: What’s Needed?

It is back-to-school time. If your child plays school sports, they will likely need a sports physical. Many parents may ...

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What to Know About Crooked Baby Teeth

We are commonly asked about crooked baby teeth in children and whether or not they are a cause for concern ...