Effects of sleep deprivation in teens
Here are a few ways that sleep deprivation and inadequate timing of sleep can affect your teen’s overall well-being.
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Thanksgiving meals for diabetic children
Children with diabetes have enough trouble managing their sugar intake, and with Thanksgiving favorites like stuffing and mashed potatoes, the hidden sugars in carbohydrates are easy to overlook.
Q&A: Is it safe to give my child Tamiflu?
There’s been a lot of news lately about the dangerous side effects of Tamiflu. Dr. Lee Beers answers a reader’s question about the drug’s safety.
Firework safety for children: A pediatrician’s guide to keeping summer celebrations safe
As we head into firework season, here’s what every parent should know to keep their children safe — and what to do if an injury does occur.
Later middle school start times may benefit teens
New research shows later middle school start times help children gain a competitive edge in the classroom and on the sports field, and become more engaged with family, friends, and peers.
