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Immunization and the Internet: how to know you’re getting safe and accurate information

When the time comes to talk about a child’s vaccination schedule, many parents have questions about the risks associated with immunization. Some people worry that vaccines can cause health problems, or are sceptical about the benefits vaccination can bring to their child’s health.
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True or false? The usual treatments don’t work for head lice anymore.

Although growing drug resistance can make getting rid of the head lice a real pain, it's not really cause for concern. That's because lice are not dangerous.
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Paying another visit to Dr. Google? Consider these tips

When your child isn’t well, it’s completely natural to look for solutions, answers and reassurance promptly. The Internet is often the go-to destination for finding that info.
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How to make the most of your next visit to the doctor

It’s sometimes difficult to get to all your questions in just one visit, but there are a number of things you can do to make the most of the time you spend with your child’s doctor.
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The lowdown on lice: should you worry?

The beginning of a new school year often coincides with the arrival of head lice in class rooms. There’s no need to panic if you know the facts.
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Advice for moms: talking to your daughter about menstruation

Talking about menstruation early is a good idea. Girls get their first period as early as eight years old and as late as 15, although the average is around 12.

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Keeping your family active this winter

Whether you can get outside or the weather keeps you in, here are some great aerobic activities to add to your family’s routine.

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Safe celebrating during the Holidays

In order to make your holidays safer, more relaxing and more enjoyable, think about these ideas and safety concerns ahead of time.

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Keeping stomach flu at a healthy distance

If there’s one visitor nobody wants around during the holidays, it’s gastroenteritis a.k.a. ‘the stomach flu’.

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Self-esteem: How can parents help?

When your children have set-backs and you hear the words “I’m an idiot”, or “I’m ugly, nobody likes me”, you probably worry about their self-esteem. What makes them say mean things about themselves, you wonder. They’re great kids, everyone should be able to see that, even them! However, most kids do struggle with feelings of inadequacy and must be helped towards a healthier self-image.

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