Debunking 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.
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Why doctors ask to speak to teen patients alone
When a doctor speaks to a teen alone, the conversation is to get a feel for what is going on in their life, including school, activities and social interactions.
Winter rash: How to keep your child’s skin healthy during brittle winter months
A Children’s National dermatologist shares tips about what winter rash is, what causes it and how to prevent it.
Do expectant mothers need folic acid?
Expectant mothers need folic acid, a type of B vitamin, that contributes to the development of a healthy fetus. The vitamin can help prevent birth defects that affect the formation of the brain and spinal cord.
What is SUDEP?
SUDEP, or Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy, is when someone with epilepsy dies suddenly and unexpectedly for an unknown reason. The good news is there are things a family and child can do to reduce the risk of SUDEP.
