Swimming is a healthful and fun activity that many people enjoy, but a few tips can make swimming safer and healthier for everyone.
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What You Need to Know About the Measles and Vaccines
Measles is in the news, and many parents are wondering if their children are at risk. Here is what you need to know.
Read More »A Cure for Peanut Allergies?
Food allergies are on the rise, making school, traveling, and even birthday parties risky business for many children. Can oral immunotherapy help?
Read More »Infant Sleep Positioners Are Dangerous
Two government agencies and the American Academy of Pediatrics are warning parents and other caregivers not to put babies in sleep positioning products as two recent deaths underscore concerns about suffocation. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the warning after reviewing reports of 12 known infant deaths associated with the products.
Read More »Three Over-The-Counter Cold Products Are Too Risky: What You Should Know
On June 16, 2009, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning about the risks of three over-the-counter cold remedies made by Matrixx Initiatives under the brand name Zicam.
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