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Medical Animation: Near/Far Sightedness
During normal vision, light passes through the cornea, the clear covering of the eye, and then through the pupil, which ...
Medical Animation: Immunization
The circulatory system is comprised of both red blood cells and white blood cells. White blood cells are part of ...
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 ...