The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a study in 2013, citing that food allergies among children increased approximately 50 percent between 1997 and 2011. Below, we address some common questions and topics related to food allergies in children. At what age do children typically develop symptoms of a food allergy? Food allergy symptoms can […]
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), only 11 percent of children involved in bicycle accidents wear a helmet. And according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), …an estimated 33 million children ride bicycles for nearly 10 billion hours each year. Unfortunately, an average of 384 children die annually from bicycle […]
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), more than 30 percent of all births in the United States are performed via cesarean delivery (C-section). Below, we explore common questions surrounding C-section births, including why your doctor may recommend it and why vaginal births are still the preferred delivery method. Why would a doctor recommend a […]
Whether your children walk, ride their bicycle or take the bus to school, it is important to take proper safety precautions. Not only is it the students responsibility but all motorists on the road. The following are some helpful safety tips to help your child have a safer bus ride to school. 5 Tips for […]
This year’s North Carolina State Fair takes place from October 13 – October 23rd. It’s an exciting time of the year, filled with rides, food, livestock and other forms of entertainment. We want you to enjoy everything that the State Fair has to offer, which is why we’re offering the following health and safety tips for […]
Air travel is no picnic. From the unplanned workout of lugging your bags into the terminal, to Security, to squeezing past passengers in the aisle of the airplane, it’s exhausting. Now, try doing it in a wheelchair. That was among William Keown’s worries. Mr. Keown, who had suffered a spinal cord injury, had been working […]
There is still some debate around whether or not it is beneficial and/or safe to get vaccinated for the flu. Before diving into the issue at hand, let’s take a look at what the difference is between the common cold versus the flu. Common Cold vs. Flu – What’s the Difference? Influenza (flu) and the […]
When you’re potty training a child, bathroom accidents are part of the game. But what happens when you’re an adult? If you’re an adult who is experiencing involuntary or accidental urine loss, you’re not alone. Defining Urinary Incontinence As we age, our bladders have a smaller capacity to hold urine. The same is true during pregnancy. […]
Summer weather invites more people to spend time outside. Unfortunately, it can also invite more opportunity for bug bites, stings, and other mishaps. Read along as we explore what some of the most common types of bites and stings are in our area, how to treat bug bites and stings, as well as how you can […]
Summertime can be full of distractions – from running to the pool, to vacations, hanging out with friends, and attending summer camps. However, while it’s important to have fun, it is just as important to set aside a chunk of time each day to engage your child in reading. The following are some great tips […]
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