Everything You Need to Know About Childhood Asthma

Doctor Checking for Asthma

With nearly nine million children affected in the US alone, asthma is the most widespread chronic pediatric disorder. In 75% of the cases, the symptoms of childhood asthma develop before the age of 5. According to Paul Ehrlich, MD clinical assistant professor of pediatrics at the NY School of Medicine, some of these children end […]

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4 Safety Precautions To Look For When Picking A Child Care Center

4 Safety Precautions To Look For When Picking A Child Care Center

A WebMD article titled “Choosing Child Care Service” points out that quality child care is not readily available: “’The majority of available care isn’t high quality,’ cautions child psychiatrist Stanley Greenspan, MD, clinical professor of psychiatry and pediatrics at George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences.”Parents need to keep several important things in

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Colorful Dysfunctions: How to Know Whether or Not My Baby’s Birthmark is Normal

Colorful Dysfunctions: How to Know Whether or Not My Baby's Birthmark is Normal

Most birthmarks are harmless little “stork bites” that make your baby unique. A small percentage, however, can be symptoms of greater medical issues or potential health risks. If you’re worried about your baby’s birthmark, here are just a few things to keep in mind as you evaluate them. Type According to Shriners Hospitals for Children—Cincinnati,

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