As the nation shines a light on children’s mental health this week, it’s time to take a look at what services Pennsylvania hospitals are offering to children suffering from trauma. Last year, the U.S. passed a bill that reworked mental health services, increasing...
In celebration of the World Health Organization’s World Immunization Week (April 22-28), it’s time to talk vaccines—why we need them, how they’ve been successful, and which immunization schedule you should be following. The theme of this year’s awareness week is...
Does that high temperature require a visit to the doctor? Here's how to tell. In the midst of cold and flu season, it’s not uncommon to wonder whether your child’s fever requires a trip to your pediatrician or family practitioner. Many parents ask themselves, when...
A personal health record (PHR) is a tool you can use to help manage your health and track your care. PHRs also can be important tools for parents to keep track of their children’s health. Parents who keep a PHR are more likely to adhere to the recommended wellness...
Going trick-or-treating this Halloween? Make sure your kid’s candy is as safe as it is sweet! For more safety tips from the @FDA, visit the FDA Food Consumer Resource. 1. Check and sort treats before consuming them 2. Examine wrappers for signs of...
As a result of increased access to medical care and early childhood vaccinations, many formerly life-threatening diseases have now been controlled. However, there are still many health risks threatening the safety of U.S. children today — and it’s important to...
Learn the features a backpack should have for your child to avoid injury this school year. Selecting a safe backpack for your child to carry is one of the most important choices you make for the school year. Did you know improper backpack use—such as...
Helping children with diabetes stay safe at school requires a team effort. Parents of children living with diabetes understand the necessity of effective diabetes management, which is especially important during school hours. In July, Pennsylvania lawmakers passed a...
Car seat safety series: Rear-facing child safety seat law. Did you know? New legislation in PA requires children under 2 to be buckled into an approved, rear-facing child safety seat in the back seat as long as the child has not outgrown the seat manufacturer’s weight...
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