700 Children's® – A Blog by Pediatric Experts

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Healthy Meals and Snacks for the Busy Athlete

Busy schedules shouldn’t mean skipped meals or fast food. Learn how to fuel your young athlete with simple, nutritious meals and snacks even on the go. These time-saving tips from a registered dietitian can help your child stay energized, strong, and focused.

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E-Cigarette Dangers and Vaping Illness

E-cigarettes may seem safer than traditional smoking, but they pose serious risks, especially for children and teens. From nicotine addiction and poisoning to life-threatening lung illness, learn why vaping is dangerous and how to protect your family.

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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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Anti-Inflammatory Foods: Injury Healing Through Nutrition

Mar 21, 2018

When an athlete is injured, they suddenly lose control of many aspects of their plan of care. Resting and following doctors’ orders can be very difficult for athletes. The good news is that nutrition is a part of the injury treatment plan athletes are able to influence. Read More

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JUULing: What Parents Need to Know About the Latest Teen Trend

Mar 15, 2018

If you are the parent of a middle or high school student, you know there’s a new trend every month, if not more often. Recently, JUULs (pronounced like jewels) and JUULing have become all the rage. Read More

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The Importance of Activity for Kids with Physical Disabilities

Mar 13, 2018

Cheering fans and screaming athletes are familiar sounds in gymnasiums and fields across the country. From little league baseball to track and field, over 70 percent of children 6 to 12 years old participated in an individual or team sport in 2016. Read More

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Kidney Health: How the Kidneys Contribute to Strong Bones

Mar 08, 2018

The kidneys are very busy organs. They are responsible for the body’s fluids, red blood cells and for clearing out waste products. They also help keep minerals and nutrients in working order, especially calcium, phosphorus and vitamin D. Read More

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The Story Behind Our Wagons

Mar 07, 2018

Wagons have been our preferred mode of patient transportation since the 1960’s. Our patient transportation team estimates each wagon rolls 12-15 miles around the campus every day. Read More

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Substance Abuse: Are You Worried Your Teen May Using?

Mar 06, 2018

You are not alone. The media is exploding with information on opioid overdoses, and the debate about the legalization of marijuana wages on. Here are a few important things to know about teen substance abuse. More teens that not have used alcohol. Read More

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Breast Reduction Surgery: When Is It Necessary for a Young Woman?

Mar 02, 2018

Breast size can be affected by weight fluctuations, so it is important to be at a stable, healthy weight for at least six months to one year prior to considering surgery. Read More

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Anorectal Malformations: Surgery and Beyond

Feb 28, 2018

Anorectal Malformations (ARM) are rare defects present at birth in 1 in 5000 children. ARM are found in both boys and girls and while the primary malformation is anorectal, an ARM can also affect a child’s urological, gynecological, spinal, cardiac, airway and limb systems. Read More