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  • Keep Your Children Safe from Lead Poisoning

    Keep Your Children Safe from Lead Poisoning

    Lead occurs in our soil, water, and air. You can’t see, smell, or even taste it. But exposure to lead is linked to a number of health problems in kids—from slowed growth and hearing problems to learning disabilities. How do you keep them safe?

  • Social Media 101 for Parents

    Social Media 101 for Parents

    Educate yourself about social media apps that appeal to kids. Below are some tips on helping your child use social media safely and appropriately.

  • Chronic Conditions Can Cause Emotional Stress

    Chronic Conditions Can Cause Emotional Stress

    Battling one or more chronic diseases can take an emotional as well as a physical toll. Feeling down or discouraged about your condition and the impact it’s having on your life can sometimes turn into depression.

Wellness Center

Your Child's Asthma: First Office Visit

You may be wondering what questions the healthcare provider will ask, or what tests and exams your child will need. Read on to learn what you and your child can expect.

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Cholesterol Quiz

An excess of cholesterol can build up in the arteries, narrowing them and slowing or blocking blood flow to the heart. Take this quiz to learn more about cholesterol and its role in your health.

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Step-by-Step: Using a Peak Flow Meter

This video shows how to use a peak flow meter.

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