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What is CBD and why are so many people using it?

December 2, 2019

Millions of Americans take CBD for insomnia, pain, anxiety and more. But research puts its effectiveness and long-term safety in doubt. Here's...

tags: cbd , health risks , legality , newsletter , safety , symptoms

Water Safety Rules Every Parent Should Know

June 20, 2018

Drowning takes as little as 25 seconds, and can happen in just a few inches of water. When you see a swimming pool, you should proceed with caution...

tags: children , cpr , drowning , pediatrics , swimming , water safety

Total Solar Eclipse: How to See it Safely

August 14, 2017

Dr. Mark Ewald, an ophthalmologist at TriStar Centennial Medical Center, addresses key questions on eye protection for the Great American Eclipse...

tags: eclipse , eclipse safety , eye protection , eye safety , solar eclipse , sunglasses

Safe Toys for Big Kids

June 9, 2017

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) closely monitors and regulates toys. Any toys made in — or imported into — the United States...

tags: kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , safe toys , safety

Safe Toys for Preschoolers

June 5, 2017

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) closely monitors and regulates toys. Any toys made in -- or imported into -- the United States...

tags: kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , preschool , safe toys , safety

Safe Toys for Toddlers

June 2, 2017

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) closely monitors and regulates toys. Any toys made in — or imported into — the United States...

tags: kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , safe toys , safety , toddlers

Safe Toys for Infants and Babies

May 30, 2017

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) closely monitors and regulates toys. Any toys made in — or imported into — the United States...

tags: baby , kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , safe toys , safety

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Top Tips for Choosing Safe Toys

December 8, 2016

Toys are supposed to be fun and are an important part of any child's development. Use this guide to be sure the toys you choose for your kids...

tags: gifts , holiday health , kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , peds , safe toys , safe toys and gifts month , safety

Staying Safe in Winter

November 10, 2016

Winter Sports Safety Tips

tags: kids , kids safety , kids skiing , kids sledding , kids snowmobiling , parenting , pediatrics , sports , winter safety

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Youth Suicide: What a Parent Can Do

October 28, 2016

It’s devastating to report, but the CDC Says that suicide is the third leading cause of death for kids ages 10 to 24. According to Dr. John Landers...

tags: bullying , depression , kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , safety , sleep problems , suicide , youth