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Jun
2018
Top 5 Outdoor Injuries: Tips for Prevention
Learn to prevent the top 5 outdoor injuries with these tips from an injury prevention coordinator at Cincinnati Children's.
By: Dawne Gardner
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Safety and Prevention
23
Apr
2018
Reminders for Preventing Window Falls in Spring and Summer
About 8 kids ages 5 and younger die from falling out of a window in the US yearly. Read an injury prevention specialist's tips for preventing window falls.
By: Dawne Gardner
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Safety and Prevention
19
Mar
2018
“Juuling”: An Update on Teens and E-cigarettes
Juuling is essentially vaping e-cigarettes with an inconspicuous product. Read the 5 things that parents of teenagers need to know about this trend.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT
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Safety and Prevention
10
Jan
2018
It’s Not Too Late to Get a Flu Shot
Flu season lasts through April; there is still time for the flu shot to work and provide benefit to your family. Read how long it takes to build immunity.
By: Josh Schaffzin, MD
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Healthy Living
10
Jan
2018
14 Reasons to Call Your Newborn’s Doctor
Bringing home a newborn is exciting, exhausting and a little overwhelming! Save this list of symptoms that necessitate a call to your baby's doctor.
By: Dr. Amy Guiot
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Safety and Prevention
09
Jan
2018
Keys to Safe Sledding
Five tips to make sure kids are safe when sledding. An injury prevention coordinator explains the most common ways kids get hurt and how to avoid injury.
By: Dawne Gardner
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Healthy Living
15
Nov
2017
4 Practical Tips to Help Avoid Gestational Diabetes
Making healthy lifestyle choices can help pregnant women avoid gestational diabetes. Read some practical tips to help prevent the condition:
By: Amanda Riley, RD
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Safety and Prevention
06
Oct
2017
Homemade Slime: Experts Weigh in on Safety, Germs
Learn more about the most common ingredients used to make slime and how to make it safely at home with your kids.
By: Social Media Team
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Safety and Prevention
07
Aug
2017
Snake Bites: How to Prevent and What to Do If Bitten
It's important to know how to prevent snake bites and what to do if your child is bitten because common misconceptions about snakes can make the bite worse.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT
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Safety and Prevention
20
Jun
2017
Fidget Spinners and Other Toys: 5 Safety Tips for Parents
Fidget spinners, along with other types of toys, have the potential to cause serious harm to children. Read five safety tips.
By: Ajay Kaul, MD
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Safety and Prevention
05
Apr
2017
Inflatable Booster Seats: Frequently Asked Questions
Inflatable booster can inflate, deflate and are very lightweight and portable. Here are 5 FAQs parents should understand before using one.
By: Emily Lee
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Safety and Prevention
14
Feb
2017
E-Cigarettes, Teens and “Dripping”: 4 Safety Concerns
A new study shows that one in four high school students who use e-cigarettes have been "dripping" with them. Read 4 safety concerns.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT
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Safety and Prevention
21
Dec
2016
Awareness of Button Batteries Saved My Daughter from Serious Injury
Because Christina had prior knowledge of the dangers of button batteries, she acted quickly when she saw her daughter swallow one. Read how this helped:
By: Christina Kleem
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Safety and Prevention
08
Dec
2016
The Latest Warning Against Codeine: What Parents Need to Know
Health organizations continue to strengthen their warnings against the use of codeine. Here's what parents need to know about it.
By: Robert Goetz, PharmD
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Safety and Prevention
06
Dec
2016
4 Must-Know Facts About Whooping Cough
Most parents are aware of the dangers of whooping cough, a highly contagious respiratory disease. Here are four must-know facts about it.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD
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Research and Discoveries
23
Nov
2016
Preventing Infection: An Update on the HPV Vaccine
A lot has happened since the HPV vaccine was introduced in 2006. Here are four updates, including how effective it has been at reducing infection rates.
By: Jessica Kahn, MD, MPH
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Healthy Living
20
Oct
2016
Teething Tablets: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
The past few weeks have been confusing for parents of teething toddlers. Your questions about teething tablets answered here.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT
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Healthy Living
05
Oct
2016
Minor Illnesses: When Should I Keep My Child Home From School?
As parents, there are gray areas when deciding to keep a child home due to minor illness. Find out when it's necessary.
By: Dr. Amy Guiot
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Heart Conditions
29
Sep
2016
What You Need To Know About Cardiomyopathy Right Now
Cardiomyopathy affects nearly 30,000 children in the US. This infographic teaches symptoms to watch for to help with early detection.
By: Thomas Ryan, MD, PhD
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Safety and Prevention
08
Sep
2016
Local News Anchor’s Message About Helmet Safety and Concussions
WCPO news anchor and reporter Julie O'Neill shares her daughter's biking accident experience and why helmet safety is so important.
By: Social Media Team
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Vaccines
07
Sep
2016
Flu Shot Only Option This Year: Tips to Prepare Your Child
Because the nasal spray or FluMist is not available this year, the flu shot is the only option. Here are a few strategies to help prepare your child.
By: Bob Frenck MD
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Vaccines
28
Jul
2016
Reminder: Incoming 7th & 12th Graders Need Meningococcal Vaccine
A reminder for parents that many states mandate incoming 7th and 12th graders receive the meningococcal vaccine before the first day of school.
By: Bob Frenck MD
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Safety and Prevention
15
Jul
2016
4 Ways to Help Prevent Furniture Tip-Overs
Avoid serious injuries from occurring by following these four simple tips to help prevent furniture tip-overs from happening at home.
By: Dawne Gardner
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Safety and Prevention
07
Jul
2016
Top 4 Things for Parents to Know About the Zika Virus
The Top 4 things parents need to know about the zika virus: transmission, prevention, risk to pregnancy, and symptoms.
By: Bob Frenck MD
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Healthy Living
23
Jun
2016
Swaddling DOs and DON’Ts
If parents choose swaddling as a strategy for baby calming or sleeping, here are some DOs and DON'Ts to help prevent SIDS and hip dysplasia.
By: Amy Nathan, MD
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