
The pandemic and eating disorders
While eating disorders have been relatively common in teens for decades, the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the conditions that sometimes lead to unhealthy eating.

While eating disorders have been relatively common in teens for decades, the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the conditions that sometimes lead to unhealthy eating.

If your child is asymptomatic or has or very mild symptoms, we recommend getting a COVID test at a community-based site rather than a pediatricians’ office or a hospital.

Weight-bearing activities — like running and jumping — are the most important types of exercises for building healthy bones in kids.

While there is no specific medical test that can diagnose autism, there are early signs to look for in children.

Dr. Yael Smiley answers common questions for parents with young children about dressing for colder weather.