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By Vincent Iannelli, M.D., About.com Guide to Pediatrics since 2001

Symptoms of Diabetes Screening Quiz

Tuesday August 31, 2004
Does your child have any symptoms of diabetes? Try our symptoms of diabetes screening quiz.

Pictures of Common Childhood Infections

Sunday August 29, 2004
We are at the end of National Immunization Awareness Month. It is a good time to remember just how serious some of these illnesses are that vaccines prevent by viewing ... Read More

Medical Symptom Checker

Wednesday August 25, 2004
A medical symptom checker to help you figure out what is wrong with your child. Common symptoms that you can review include ear pain, fever, diarrhea, cough, wheezing, etc.

First Aid Techniques

Tuesday August 24, 2004
Learn more about common first aid techniques so that you are prepared for an emergency. Burns Choking - Heimlich Maneuver CPR Head Trauma Insect Bites and Stings Near Drowning Seizures Trouble Breathing

National Immunization Awareness Month

Sunday August 22, 2004
August is National Immunization Awareness Month and it is a good time to make sure that your kids are up-to-date on their shots and to learn more about vaccines: 2004 Immunization ... Read More

A Behavior Makeover for Back Talk

Saturday August 14, 2004
Get a behavior makeover for your child's back talk and stop the sass and fresh lip.

Car Seat Recall

Wednesday August 11, 2004
If you have a Britax Marathon, Husky, Wizard or Snug Seat Traveler Plus seats that was made between August 2002 and July 2004, it may have a loose harness that ... Read More

Referrals to a Pediatric Specialist

Tuesday August 10, 2004
Learn about the types of specialists that are available to treat your child when he needs extra care.

Lead Poisoning Risks from Lead Paint

Sunday August 8, 2004
In lead poisoning questionnaires, they always list as risk factors for a child having lead poisoning as living or spending a lot of time in a home built before 1950 ... Read More

ADHD Experts on Call

Thursday August 5, 2004
On Monday August 9, ADHD experts will be available for parents and teachers to ask questions about their children with ADHD. Have questions about your child's treatment or getting a ... Read More

Kids, Teens and Contact Lenses

Wednesday August 4, 2004
Question of the Week My nine year old doesn't want to wear her glasses and is already asking to have contact lenses like her older sister. At what age can ... Read More

Back To School Resource Center

Sunday August 1, 2004
The end of summer means going back to school, or starting school for the first time, for many children. Thinking of important issues, such as immunizations and your child's medical ... Read More

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