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Fingers Numb and Cold? You Could Have Raynaud’s Disease
Do your fingers and toes turn into color-changing mood rings in cold weather? Do they sometimes feel cold and numb? You may have Raynaud’s phenomenon –...
April 26
Choosing the Right Sun Protection for Your Skin Type
Sunscreen is important for everyone. But when it comes to choosing a sunscreen, your skin tone can make a difference. You want the right type of sunscreen...
April 26
Broken Bones in Children: How to Tell When It’s More Than a Bump
We’ve all experienced that heart-stopping moment when your child’s laughter turns to tears – whether it’s a tumble off the monkey bars or a collision during...
April 25
IEPs and 504s: Getting Support at School for Your Child
If your child has a developmental delay or disability, you want to make sure they have the opportunities they need to succeed. That includes making sure...
April 14
How to Talk to Your Doctor About Your Acid Reflux Symptoms
Maybe it happens when you eat too close to bedtime, have a big glass of grapefruit juice or overdo it on fish and chips. You get heartburn or acid reflux....
April 12
9 Things to Know About Exercise During Pregnancy
Should I be exercising while I’m pregnant? It’s a question that often comes up during the whirlwind of changes that come with expecting a baby.  Whether...
April 10
Age-by-Age Guide on How to Talk to Your Children About Sexual Abuse
Sexual assault and sexual abuse are big problems that affect not only adults but children of all ages.  It’s shocking, but 1 in 9 girls and 1 in 53 boys...
March 29
Your Go-To Guide for Understanding and Treating Allergic Reactions
Keeping your family safe and healthy is important. But what happens when something as common as a snack or a pet can trigger a potentially dangerous reaction. Allergic...
March 26
Navigating Intimacy: A Guide for Couples During and After Cancer Treatment
If you’re diagnosed with cancer, you face one of life’s most challenging situations. As you’re dealing with treatment or its after effects and the emotional...
March 22