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Caring for a Baby Who Has Down Syndrome
Raising a child with Down syndrome takes a commitment to help them be their best.
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Caring for a Person Who Has Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities
Caring for a person who has intellectual or developmental disabilities can be challenging and rewarding.
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Caring for a Relative Who Has Dementia
Caring for a loved one who has dementia is difficult. Learn how to best care for them while also taking…
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Caring for Your Premature Baby
A premature baby is one that is born before the 37th week of pregnancy and can require a lot of…
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Cast Care
Having to wear a cast isn’t necessarily enjoyable — or comfortable. But taking proper care of your cast may mean…
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Cat and Dog Bites
Cat and dog bites are common injuries. A family pet or a stray animal could bite you. But you can…
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Catch Up on Your Missed Vaccinations: Tips from Family Docs
Staying up to date on vaccines is one of the most important ways you can help protect yourself and those around you. But we know there are many factors that might keep you or your family member from getting vaccinated. Catching up on missed…
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CBD Oil
CBD is short for cannabidiol. It is a chemical found in the Cannabis sativa plant. CBD oil does not make…
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Changes in Your Body During Pregnancy: First Trimester
The first trimester of pregnancy can be exciting and scary. A person’s body goes through a lot of changes—physically and…
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Changes in Your Body During Pregnancy: Second Trimester
Your body continues to change in the second trimester of pregnancy. As your baby continues to grow, so does your…
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Changes in Your Body During Pregnancy: Third Trimester
The third semester of your pregnancy starts at 28 weeks and signals the last phase before giving birth.
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Changing Your Cravings for "Bad" Foods
Giving in to food cravings doesn’t have to be unhealthy, if you learn how to substitute good foods for bad…
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Changing Your Diet: Choosing Nutrient-rich Foods
Changing your diet to include nutrient-rich foods is a healthier option and can reduce your risk for chronic diseases.
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Chickenpox Vaccine
Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease that is easily preventable with the use of a vaccine.
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Child Safety: Keeping Medicines Out of Reach
Keep your child safe by keeping medicines out of their reach.
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Child Safety: Keeping Your Home Safe for Your Baby
If you have a baby in your house, you need to make sure they stay safe. You may need to…
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Childhood Vaccines: What They Are and Why Your Child Needs Them
Most schools and daycares require certain childhood vaccines, but they’re also good for your child’s health.
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Childproofing Your Home
Accidents in the home are among the top causes of childhood injuries and deaths. There are many steps you can…
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Children's OTC Cough & Cold Medicine: Dos and Don'ts
Learn the dos and don’ts for safely giving your child over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold medicines.
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Cholesterol and Your Child
Adopting habits to keep cholesterol low in childhood can help avoid cholesterol-related health problems later in life.