Children’s Health doctors debunk diabetes myths
November is American Diabetes Month, and according to the American Diabetes Association, 1.25 million people have been diagnosed with diabetes and 400,000 more will be diagnosed this year.
Managing a child’s diabetes around Halloween
For families managing diabetes around Halloween, try focusing on the traditions of the holiday rather than the candy.
What to do if you think your child has a learning disability
Finding out there is a label for what they are experiencing and getting the help they need can be life changing for kids with learning disabilities.
What is sickle cell disease?
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.
Treating children with ADHD
Pediatric neuropsychiatrist Jay Salpekar, MD, recommends a combination of therapy, education, behavior modification and medicine for treating children with ADHD.