Tag: Children’s Health

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  December 9, 2020

  Will Pregnant Women Be Able to Get the COVID Vaccine? Experts Hope So

  OBGYN experts say the COVID-19 vaccine should be made available to pregnant women who are at higher risk of complications when infected with the virus.
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  September 9, 2020

  Back to School: Mask-Wearing Best Practices for Your Children

  Here are the mask-wearing best practices you need to know, from best types of masks, to how often they need to be washed.
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  September 8, 2020

  Health Tips for Going Back to School During the COVID-19 Pandemic

  Masks and hand sanitizer have joined colored pencils and crayons on the school supply list, and there have been a few additions to the back-to-school routine.
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  June 5, 2020

  George Floyd was a Mother’s Son, Our Son

  Two mothers share their perspectives on privilege, racism and fear.
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  April 20, 2020

  Pregnancy During the Coronavirus: How Life and Medical Care Has Changed

  What to expect in these uncertain times when you’re preparing for labor and delivery.
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  March 10, 2020

  A Parent’s Guide to Coronavirus

  Here's what you need to know to protect your family.
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  January 21, 2020

  Tracking William’s Journey, One of Jefferson’s Tiniest Patients

  In 2018, an incredibly vulnerable, tiny patient, named William, was born at Jefferson via an emergency C-section at 17 weeks premature, 23 weeks gestation.
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  August 9, 2019

  When to Take Your Daughter to the Gynecologist

  Puberty can be a nerve-wracking time for parents and their children. Pediatric gynecologist Dr. Beth Schwartz breaks down when is the right time to take this step.
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  August 8, 2019

  The Importance of Monitoring Your Child After a Drowning Scare

  Secondary drowning is a lesser known threat, but is imperative to understand to promote water safety.
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  August 8, 2019

  Five Back-to-School Health and Wellness Concerns

  From seemingly innocuous foods, to undiscovered ailments and classroom bullies, there are a handful of concerns to watch for as children get back to school.
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  August 8, 2019

  Recognizing the Early Signs of Autism

  When should you begin to ask questions about your child's development?