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Almost one out of every three kids in America is overweight or obese. So what's the deal? Why is this happening? Is it really a bad thing, and if so, what can we do about it? See more »
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See more »Almost one out of every three kids in America is overweight or obese. So what's the deal? Why is this happening? Is it really a bad thing, and if so, what can we do about it?
See more »Diabetes is affecting more children today than ever before. If your child has been diagnosed with diabetes, your greatest concern should be managing the disease. Find out how to help your child manage diabetes.
See more »Knowing what to do when your child is sick will ease her pain -- and your worries. Learn how to read symptoms, how to treat a fever, and most importantly, how to stay calm in an emergency.
See more »There used to be a time when “juvenile diabetes” was strictly type 1 diabetes. Now, doctors are seeing more cases of type 2 diabetes in kids. Find out what puts a child at risk.
See more »Children are born with protection from many diseases, thanks to antibodies passed through the placenta. Within a year, however, this defense is lost, so children need vaccinations to protect them from these diseases.
See more »How to raise a disabled child provides helpful guidelines on diagnosing and caring for a dependent with disabilities. Read about different developmental problems, their causes, and the various care options available.
See more »Some children may be born with genetic defects and mental handicaps such as Down syndrome or muscular dystrophy, despite the benefits of modern medicine. learn about mental handicaps in children.
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