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Breast Lumps | Teenage Girls’ Health
If you find a lump or bump in your breast, it’s natural to be concerned. That said, it’s not uncommon ...
Physician Profile: Holly Hoefgen, MD, Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecologist
Even before entering medical school, Holly Hoefgen, MD, Washington University pediatric and adolescent gynecologist at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, was ...
Clearing the Smoke Screen
St. Louis Children's Hospital discusses what you can say to your child about e-cigarettes and smoking. Learn more. ...
What Parents Need to Know About Opioid Abuse
For many parents of teenagers, myself included, the rising use of opioids is incredibly concerning. Questions such as what can ...
Should my child get the HPV vaccine?
I am a doctor and a mom of three daughters. And, yes, I will be vaccinating all of them against ...
The Effects of Bullying: Recognizing the Signs of Bullying and How to Prevent It
Dr. Sarah Garwood, an adolescent pediatrician with Washington University at St. Louis Children’s Hospital discusses the signs, effects and prevention ...
How Can I Tell If My Child Has an Eating Disorder?
Dr. Sarah Garwood, a Washington University Pediatrician at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, discusses the questions, “How can I tell if ...
