Conditions and illnesses
Summer is upon us, and insects, wasps and bees are out in full force.
Because of their urge to move, children spend a lot of time outside, where they are exposed to the sun.
When we think of people who suffer from anxiety we tend to envision adults who are excessively worried about money, work, or a relationship. But anxiety isn’t the purview of adulthood. Kids suffer too.
The growth chart is a part of the physical exam in pediatrics and a powerful tool that can sensitively detect disease states.
If your kids are spending more time swimming in a lake this summer, they may develop a minor skin infection or rash, more commonly known as “swimmer’s itch”.
Recognizing signs of depression in children and teens
Today’s teenagers lead a very fast-paced lifestyle. Between school, extra-curricular activities, part-time jobs, socializing with friends and keeping up with Facebook, Twitter and the like, it’s no wonder they are exhausted in the morning.
Do you think you might have a bed bug infestation? Separate fact from fiction before jumping to conclusions and find out how to keep your family bed bug free throughout the year.