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Doctors and experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics discuss all aspects of your child's health and well-being.

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How can you give your children gifts but also teach them the importance of giving to others? ... read more

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Get Smart About Antibiotics
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Get Smart About Antibiotics

Expert : H. Dele Davies, MD, MS
When should antibiotics be prescribed? ... read more
Whooping Cough: Why You Should Consider Vaccinating
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What are the symptoms of whooping cough you should be aware of? ... read more
World Pneumonia Day
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World Pneumonia Day

Expert : Katherine Edwards, MD
How can you protect your children from this serious and often fatal disease? ... read more
International Day of Radiology Program
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International Day of Radiology Program

Expert : Dorothy Bulas, MD
Thursday, November 8, 2015, is the International Day of Radiology, which marks the 117th anniversary of the discovery of the x-ray. ... read more
Ice Hockey & Kids: What Are the Dangers?
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Ice Hockey & Kids: What Are the Dangers?

Expert : William Meehan, MD, FAAP
What are common injuries in ice hockey? ... read more
Tackling in Youth Football Found to Be Cause of Most Concussions
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American football remains one of the most popular sports for male high school athletes with more than 1.1 million players. ... read more
The Flu Vaccine: What Has Changed this Year?
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The Flu Vaccine: What Has Changed this Year?

Expert : Wendy Sue Swanson, MD
Why would you get the flu shot, since last year it failed? ... read more
Preventing Heavy Furniture from Tipping Over
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Preventing Heavy Furniture from Tipping Over

Expert : Wendy Sue Swanson, MD
In the U.S., one child is killed every two weeks from being crushed under a television set. ... read more
AAP’s Advice on Screen Time & Other Media
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Today, more than 30 percent of U.S. children first play with a mobile device when they're still in diapers. ... read more

About Melanie

Melanie Cole, MS Melanie Cole, MS, is the RadioMD Director of Operations. She has a Master of Science in Exercise Physiology/Kinesiology.

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