The increase in obesity pandemic among children aged 6-18 has reached to a whopping 16 percent in the United States. Apart from the unhealthy diet, lack of exercise and activity is one of the major reasons for weight gain and health problems. Pediatricians recommend parents to keep their child physically active to ensure they are in good health. It is a universal fact that exercising [...]
Childhood is an important growth phase during which extreme exposure to the UV radiation on the skin without any protection can result in skin disorders and cancer later in life. Kids need complete sun protection whenever they are outdoors, especially during mid-day. Many parents prefer to opt for natural alternatives, because sunscreen is deemed too strong for a child’s tender skin. While natural alternatives help [...]
It’s time to get back to school so gather up the school supplies and keep those backpacks packed for another exciting year of learning. Before school starts, make sure your child is up-to-date on the vaccines. Most schools require students to have vaccinations on time before enrolling to protect the health and control the spread of any infectious disease in the classmates and community. Why [...]
Summer is always the best time for outdoor activities especially for children. They can play for long hours not realizing they are drenched in sweat and getting dehydrated. The problem arises when the fluids leaving the child’s body through sweating are more than the fluid intake. While mild dehydration can be covered using plenty of liquids, severe dehydration can be life-threatening. Here are some precautions [...]
Summer is at its peak and the start of summer vacation means plenty of time in the pool. While swimming is one of the best exercises to keep your children healthy, busy and active on hot days, safety is a top concern for majority of pool owners, especially parents. Very often, aquatic emergencies involving children take place when adult supervision is not provided. Leaving children [...]
A chronic disease such as diabetes doesn't have to be the deal-killer for your child like it once was. Where once it was thought a quiet lifestyle would be the best solution for anyone with diabetes, now it's been proven that an active lifestyle and physical fitness actually represent some of the most effective strategies in preventing chronic diseases, including diabetes. Most young kids love [...]
Many dangers seem to be lurking in unexpected places when you have children. From childhood diseases to accidents and even paralysis, it seems that there is always a parent going through a difficult situation. None seems as tragic as sudden cardiac death. This is a sudden death usually occurring while your teen is playing sports. It is very rare, but very real. Most teens who [...]
When your children are getting enrolled in school, the most important thing you will do for them is to get them a back to school physical. Don't wait until the last minute as time slots will fill up fast, and you want to get all their immunizations and paperwork done with time to spare. Your child's back to school physical is the perfect time to [...]
You love it when your kids are healthy and happy. As a parent you will want to do everything in your power to keep your kids healthy. You probably find yourself asking what can you do to help prevent them from getting every germ and virus that is floating around out there. Children are all different. Some kids never seem to pick up anything, while [...]
Children of all ages need vaccines and should be up-to-date on all of them. It's easy enough when they're babies, and you take them in for routine checkups that include those initial immunizations. As your kids grow older it may get more confusing as to which vaccines need boosters and when immunizations are needed again. At Pediatrix, we have you covered. As soon as your [...]
