700 Children's® – A Blog by Pediatric Experts

Posted by: Benjamin Kopp, MD , Susan Creary, MD on Aug 21, 2025

Sickle cell disease affects millions worldwide, causing painful complications and long-term health risks. From recognizing breathing symptoms to advocating for awareness and better care, discover how families and communities can support those living with SCD.

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Hall Technique: An Easier Dental Solution for Some Children

Hall crowns are a great, less stressful solution for some children who need to get their cavities fixed. You know your child best, so you can talk to your dentist about your child’s tolerance level and whether they would be a good candidate for the Hall technique.

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How Clinical Studies Get Approved by the FDA and Why That Is Important

From lab to pharmacy shelf, every new treatment goes through rigorous testing before earning FDA approval. Learn how clinical trials work, the four phases of research, and why each step is essential to ensuring safe, effective medical breakthroughs.

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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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Kids and Farmers Markets: Learning About Local Nutrition

Jun 04, 2024

By shopping at farmers markets, children can learn about where their food comes from, meet the people who grow it, and develop a deeper appreciation for the importance of eating fresh, locally grown produce. Read More

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Lawn Mower Safety: Why Kids Should Stay Inside When You Cut the Grass

Jun 03, 2024

While there are plenty of fun things to do and explore and we want kids to be outside learning and growing, there is one time we recommend you keep them inside: when you are mowing the lawn. Every day emergency departments around the country treat 13 children for lawn mower-related injuries. Read More

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Is Your Water Bottle Clean?

May 30, 2024

Water is so very important to our bodies, and a major part of keeping us healthy, so let’s make sure your water and what you drink it out of are clean. Read More

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Digital Eye Strain in Kids

May 28, 2024

Digital Eye Strain has been reported as far back as the early days of personal computers, but its incidence is increasing at an alarming rate as our society's dependence on screens is being fueled by both technological advancements and once-in-a-lifetime events. Read More

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Neurology, Mental Health and How Social Workers Can Help Your Family

May 23, 2024

We support you in a crisis and even before a crisis arises. If you meet with a social worker to discuss your mental health, you might expect to share how you have been feeling and thoughts that you may be having. Read More

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Not So Fast! Transitioning Your Child to the Next Car Seat

May 22, 2024

The truth is, many parents transition car seats too early. But, when it comes to keeping your kids safe, making sure they are in the right type of car seat is one of the most important ways you can protect them. Read More

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Treating Feeding and Eating Problems in Children with Occupational Therapy

May 21, 2024

Problems with development of these skills can also be hard to name in infants younger than 4-5 months old. Occupational therapists (OTs) can help with all of this! Read More

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Why Is My Child Still Snoring After Having Their Tonsils and Adenoids Removed?

May 16, 2024

Obstructive sleep apnea, a condition affecting 3-4% of children, is commonly found in those who snore and have physical airway collapse within the back of the nose and throat. It is associated with restless sleep and frequent awakenings at night and can present as tiredness during the day and attention and focus problems at school. Read More