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Partnering with school nurses to manage your child’s chronic condition

There are many ways you can partner with your child’s school nurse to ensure that your child is healthy and ready to learn.

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What is a School-Based Health Center?

School-based Health Centers are a great community resource and play an active role in providing health care for children.

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Preparing your child with autism for a medical visit

The Children’s National Autism Behavioral Consult team shares some tips for preparing your child with autism for a medical visit.

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Helping your child prepare for the transition to college

Here are four things to keep in mind as you spend the next few months helping your child prepare for the transition to college.

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What to expect from a wellness visit

Starting soon after birth, you should have regular wellness visits to make sure your child is developing at the expected pace.