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Explaining a medical diagnosis to your child can feel overwhelming, but it’s one of the most important steps in helping them cope and thrive. Discover strategies to guide these conversations at every age, reduce fear, and encourage your child to take an active role in their health.

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Understanding Late Adolescence

From the preteen years to late adolescence and beyond, continue to nurture your relationship with your child to develop a bond that thrives at every stage.

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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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Brain Tumors in Children: Common Symptoms and Advances in Treatment

Sep 04, 2018

Brain tumors can occur at any age. Diagnosing a childhood brain tumor early and accurately can save lives and reduce long-term disability.  Read More

Back in the Saddle: Injuries in the Equestrian Athlete

Aug 30, 2018

Whether you are mounted or unmounted, injuries from riding horses can range from mild to life threatening. Serious injuries can occur when a rider is thrown, trampled, kicked, or dragged and any time a rider experiences a serious injury, he or she should seek medical care immediately. Read More

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Tips for Helping Your Child Stay Adjusted to the School Year

Aug 28, 2018

With the school year underway, it can be difficult to keep up the momentum to support your child’s adjustment year round. Here are some tips to help your child stay adjusted to school routines and expectations. Read More

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Pets and Children: Keeping Kids Safe When Animals Are in the Home

Aug 24, 2018

Dogs, cats, and other pets can be wonderful additions to the family. They can be fuzzy friends that provide love and companionship for many years. Unfortunately, even the most loving of pets can bite. Read More

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Broken Bones 101

Aug 23, 2018

Whether you have toddlers or teens, you are familiar with the fact that kids regularly test the law of gravity. So you probably won’t be surprised to hear that broken bones are the number one injury we see in the emergency room.  Read More

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Social Media: A Teen’s Perspective

Aug 22, 2018

Social media has transformed the way we communicate in our daily lives. While there are many upsides to social media, there are also negative consequences. Read More

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Stalking and Harassment: What to Do If Your Child Is Being Threatened

Aug 16, 2018

Stalking is a repeated pattern of behavior that includes following, watching or harassing a specific person. It occurs over a period of time and could be defined as threatening behavior. Most importantly, stalking is a crime. Read More

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Bike Sharing and Scooter Rentals: Why Children (and Adults) Need to Bring Their Own Helmets

Aug 09, 2018

Neighborhood bike-sharing and scooter rental programs have taken off this summer and as safety experts. While helmet use laws vary between states and cities, it’s a universal safety concern. Here's why people of all ages need to wear a helmet on every ride. Read More