…educator, shares key window fall prevention tips and simple ways to keep young children safe. Anxiety in kids and teens In this episode, Dr. Wendy Gray delves into the causes…
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Orange County’s Only Emergency Department Just for Kids
…more about babies, kids and teens than the pediatric professionals at CHOC. We sat down with James Pierog, M.D., medical director of CHOC emergency medical services, to find out what…
What parents should know about anaphylaxis (severe allergic reactions) in kids
…children and teens can develop allergies at any age. They can be triggered by various substances such as foods, pollen, dust mites, pet dander, bee stings, medications or latex. Factors…
Preventing Suicide in Children
…of major depression Avoids friends Engages in risky behaviors A nationwide survey by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention which found that more than a quarter of teens in…
Healthy New Year’s Resolutions for Kids
…on the computer without my parent’s permission. Teens, 13-years-old and up I will try to eat two servings of fruit and two servings of vegetables every day, and I will…
Moles and kids: An ultimate guide for parents
…natural-looking moisturizers and self-tanning creams that kids and teens can use for a sun-kissed glow, says Dr. Salter. If my child has darker skin, are they still at risk for…
Living with Scoliosis: Jessica’s Story
…a setting that’s specially designed for kids and teens, so they are in the best hands possible.” Jessica’s surgery was ultimately set for winter break during her sophomore year of…
Know the Risks of Pectus Excavatum (Sunken Chest)
…can become more pronounced. “When pectus excavatum presents itself closer to puberty, it may be difficult for parents to notice, since teens or pre-teens are more clothed than they were…
CHOC Provides Healthier Nutrition Options to Patients, Staff & Visitors
…the United States are obese. Obesity rates in children have quadrupled and rates in teens have tripled since the 1980s. In California, 38 percent of children are overweight or obese…
