Summer means school’s out – and kids may be reaching for more junk food than healthy snacks. Without good daily dental habits, that shift can take a toll on their teeth. "Summer is the perfect time to ...
Dr. Michele Arthurs, a local lifestyle medicine physician with Kaiser Permanente, knows how daunting it can be for families ...
SEATTLE — As families prepare for the return to school, kids’ health and well-being are front and center. From staying up to date on vaccinations to scheduling sports physicals, there's a lot for ...
A child’s height reflects more than genes, hormones, nutrition, and physical activity all play key roles. Supporting these ...
In her new book, “Smartphone Nation,” social media expert Kaitlyn Regehr helps parents manage their digital media consumption and teach kids healthy tech habits.
Childhood obesity is a growing problem in the U.S., and Northern Michigan is no exception. In the past 40 years, the prevalence of childhood obesity has increased 300 percent. That translates to 32 ...
Castor oil is famous for increasing hair growth. It has ricinoleic acid that enhances the blood flow to the scalp and makes ...
Parents can take a few simple steps to help their kids stay safe and healthy this Halloween. Dr. Robin Hudson, a pediatrician ...
Residents participating in Halloween can help families like the Thompsons by choosing different handouts in place of candy. Thanks to the Teal Pumpkin Project, placing a teal pumpkin or sign near a ...
Ellen Walston with the Safe Kids program at ECU Health stresses the importance of making sure your kids are seen while ...