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Learn how to prepare your family for emergencies like natural disasters, fires, and power outages with practical safety tips.| Cincinnati Children's Blog
Learn how to prepare your family for emergencies like natural disasters, fires, and power outages with practical safety tips.| Cincinnati Children's Blog
Most eye injuries in the United States happen to children. Almost 1 in 4 of those injuries occur during sports and recreational activities. That adds up to more than 19,000 emergency room (ER) visits each year. The good news is that it’s possible to prevent most eye injuries. In fact, the American Academy of Pediatrics The post What Parents Need To Know About Sports Eye Injuries in Kids appeared first on Cincinnati Children's Blog.| Cincinnati Children's Blog
Kids are curious about pretty much everything. They tend to find things they don’t necessarily need to get their hands on — and in some cases, they swallow those things. What should caregivers and parents do if their child swallows something they shouldn’t? On the latest episode of Young & Healthy, host Bo McMillan sits The post Swallowed It! When to Worry and What to Do appeared first on Cincinnati Children's Blog.| Cincinnati Children's Blog
Becoming a young adult can be hard. And let’s face it, there are a lot of changes at this time of life. Making the move to the world of adult healthcare is just one of the many changes that teens must manage. Switching from pediatric to adult medical providers can be overwhelming if you’re not The post Is Your Teen or Young Adult Prepared to Manage Their Own Healthcare? appeared first on Cincinnati Children's Blog.| Cincinnati Children's Blog
You’ve asked your teen three times to make their doctor’s appointment, and they still haven’t done it. Why does it feel like some teens procrastinate so much, and what can you do about it? Life in general is constantly busy. It can be hard even for adults to keep things balanced. Teens are just starting to The post Procrastination and Teens: 5 Talking Points for Parents appeared first on Cincinnati Children's Blog.| Cincinnati Children's Blog
As kids grow, their bodies change rapidly, and for young athletes, those changes can bring both opportunities and challenges. In this episode, host Kate Setter sits down with Dr. Jeremy Shapiro, a pediatrician specializing in sports medicine and rehabilitation, to explore how growth impacts musculoskeletal health. We cover: This episode is a must-listen for parents, The post Growing Pains and Play: Supporting Young Athletes Safely appeared first on Cincinnati Children's Blog.| Cincinnati Children's Blog
There’s nothing cuter than your little one hugging a baby animal. But what you might not notice as you snap that adorable photo is the germs it may be carrying. Even the healthiest looking animals can be shedding bacteria without any symptoms. That’s not to say that kids shouldn’t go to petting zoos, fairs, farms The post 6 Precautions to Take When Visiting Petting Zoos appeared first on Cincinnati Children's Blog.| Cincinnati Children's Blog
It’s high time for getting kids outside to play in pools and at beaches. Before you head out, it’s important to review water safety rules with kids of all ages. While it may seem like younger kids need more supervision around water, teens also have a high risk for drowning. Use this guide to make The post Warm Weather Guide to Water Safety appeared first on Cincinnati Children's Blog.| Cincinnati Children's Blog
The sun, sand, and sunscreen are some essential parts of having fun during the summer. However, these pillars of summer are sometimes the cause of irritated eyes. In this episode of the Young & Healthy podcast, host Kate Setter sits down with Dr. Leah Owen, pediatric ophthalmologist and division director, to talk about simple ways The post Summer Eye Safety and Care for Kids appeared first on Cincinnati Children's Blog.| Cincinnati Children's Blog
What Is Inhalant Use? Inhalant use involves inhaling fumes from everyday household products to achieve a “high” caused by cutting off oxygen supply. There are several methods for inhaling these fumes, including: Who Uses Inhalants? Inhalant use is more common among younger teens, particularly those in middle school. This trend is not seen with other The post Whippits, Huffing and Nitrous Gas: What Kids Are Inhaling for a High appeared first on Cincinnati Children's Blog.| Cincinnati Children's Blog
Sports physicals should be part of routine preventive care done by your kids' pediatrician for better care, better cost & better access.| Cincinnati Children's Blog
The Cincinnati Children’s blog features thoughts and perspectives from our experts on all things pediatric health. This blog does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Learn More »| Cincinnati Children's Blog
Your family tree is important to your health. Use this guide to start a family health history for you and your children.| Cincinnati Children's Blog
