Health & Wellness

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Creating Heart-Healthy Exercise Habits for Kids

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  In the second segment of our Heart-Healthy feature for American Heart Month, included in the digital edition of our February 2022 issue, we look at...

Emergency Room Injuries and How to Prevent Them

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  Getting hurt is a part of childhood, but it’s essential to prevent serious injuries in children. Parents can take several steps—in the home, on...
Dr. Michael Virts Mount Airy Pediatric Dentist

Dental Details: Dr. Michael Virts

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  We all know that feeling: Uh-oh, my child has a cavity. Was it too much candy? Not enough time spent brushing? Should we have...
Miriam Licht

Smiling on the Inside: Living with Moebius Syndrome

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  Pediatric neurologist Carl E. Stafstrom remembers his first experience with Moebius syndrome was with a child’s mother. She had the tell-tale signs: a drooping...
Focus Family Martial Arts Academy

Supporting Mental and Emotional Health of Campers

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  When Focus Family Martial Arts Academy welcomed children back to camp last summer, staff noticed something odd. Children in kindergarten and first grade did...
Mother using a comb to look for head lice.

Should I Worry About My Child Getting Head Lice?

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  Lice. Just reading the word can send shivers down a parent’s spine. However, lice infestations in children are relatively common. According to estimates from the...
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U.S. Surgeon General Gives Call to Action to Prioritize Youth Mental Health Crisis

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  First, the good news: Mental illness in children and adolescents is often treatable and preventable. Unfortunately, the mental health of our country’s youth is in...
Christie Bettwy | Provided photo

Finding Peace with Food During the Holidays

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  By Christie Dondero Bettwy Knowing how to eat can feel complicated, especially during the holidays. We want to enjoy food and connection with family...
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‘Is My Child OK?’

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  It’s a question we parents ask ourselves all the time: “Is my child OK?” As parents, we know there are times when our children do...

How to Support Your Family’s Immune System This Cold and Flu Season

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  While you continue to take precautions to keep your kids safe from COVID-19, you also should know that we’re in the midst of cold...