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What parents need to know about congenital heart disease

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 40,000 infants born in the United States each year will have a congenital heart defect or heart disease.

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What you need to know about recent findings of lead in applesauce

Recent investigations have revealed trace amounts of lead in certain apple puree and applesauce products.

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Using ketogenic diets to manage seizures

For children with drug-resistant epilepsy, traditional treatments may not work well. In these cases, a ketogenic diet may help manage seizures.

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Young women and iron-deficiency anemia

One of the most common causes of iron-deficiency anemia in girls and young women are heavy menstrual periods.

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Introducing food allergens to your baby

Food allergies affect about one in every 13 children in the United States.