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Medical Animation: Otitis Media
The ear has three distinct parts: the outer, the middle, and the inner ear. Sound waves first travel through the ...
Medical Animation: Eczema
St. Louis Children's Hospital explains what eczema is and how it should be treated. Learn more. ...
Youth Sports Specialization
Young athletes need a break from the same physical activity to rehabilitate their growing bodies. There is not enough recovery ...
Is Your Baby's Head Misshapen?
Since 1992, the American Academy of Pediatrics has recommended that babies be put to sleep on their backs to prevent ...
Young Children and Choking
It happens in a blink of an eye. You look over at your child and realize he is choking. He ...
Winter Emergencies and the Chilling Facts
Children will run outside to play, wearing clothing not meant for the cold conditions. Soon after, the emergency department will ...
Why Your Child's Behavior May Not Mean ADHD
When your child can’t sit still in class or pay attention, is disorganized and unfocused, or is acting out in ...
Why Your Child Needs a Hearing and Vision Check
School bells will be ringing again soon, and with that sound comes the time for children to look, listen and ...
When Your Family Pet Dies
Losing a family pet may be your child’s first experience with death. Helping her through this very hard time can ...