6-12 years Archives

red blood cells with sickle cell disease

What is sickle cell disease?

September 3, 2019/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Blood, Diseases and Conditions/by Rise and Shine

Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder characterized by defective hemoglobin – a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to the tissues of the body.

5 back-to-school tips from a pediatrician to parents

August 29, 2019/in 13-18 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Eating and Nutrition, Family Life, Healthy Eating, Healthy Sleep, Learning and School, Sleep, Sleep Routines, Technology/by Rise and Shine

Linda Fu, M.D., gives advice on helping your kids transition into the new school year.

Young girl helping father in the kitchen

Microwave safety for kids

August 22, 2019/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Household Risks, Safety/by Rise and Shine

For children, the most common microwave injury is burns. Fortunately, there are several ways to help keep your kids safe when using a microwave.

Is exercising from a young age good or bad for kids?

August 20, 2019/in 1-2 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Fitness, Physical Activity, Sports/by Rise and Shine

While children shouldn’t be running marathons or lifting their body weight the same way some adults do, strength training in moderation from a young age can be a good thing.

Treating children with ADHD

August 15, 2019/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, ADHD, Diseases and Conditions, Emotions and Behavior, Neurological/by Rise and Shine

Pediatric neuropsychiatrist Jay Salpekar, MD, recommends a combination of therapy, education, behavior modification and medicine for treating children with ADHD.