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Posted by: Mike Patrick, MD on Jun 10, 2025

Summer fun is here, but are you protecting your child’s skin the right way? Discover essential sunscreen tips, safe application techniques, and extra sun protection strategies to keep your little one safe from harmful UV rays.

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Antibiotic Allergies: Why Kids Should Be Tested to See if They’re Real

The most common symptoms are itchiness, a rash, difficulty breathing and swelling of the face, hands or feet. Less commonly, vomiting, diarrhea or light-headedness can be symptoms of an allergy.
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Finger and Toenail Care for Kids
Tiny but mighty, nails do more than just look nice, they protect little fingers and toes from the rough and tumble of childhood. From trimming tips to strengthening strategies, this blog covers everything parents need to keep their kids’ nails clean, strong, and healthy at every age.

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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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Let’s Smoke Out Tobacco: How to Talk to Your Child About Tobacco Products

Nov 19, 2020

This increasingly complicated world can be difficult for parents to navigate, and it is normal to feel overwhelmed and ill-prepared to address the topic of tobacco use with their children. Read More

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5 Tips to Help You Prepare for a Telehealth Visit

Oct 01, 2020

Telemedicine can be a convenient and safe way to communicate with your provider in real time. Here are some tips to making your telemedicine video visit successful and less stressful! Read More

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Keeping Children Healthy: The Importance of Well-Visits

May 27, 2020

Visits to doctors have decreased in many areas of the country because parents are afraid to potentially expose their children to COVID-19. What you may not know is that doctors and their office staff have been taking measures to protect patients, families and staff. Read More

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Can Antibiotics Help Your Child’s Ear Pain?

Jan 08, 2019

It is late at night and your child wakes up with a horrible scream. She is holding her ear, crying and is unable to be consoled. You’ve given her ibuprofen. You’ve given her acetaminophen. These over-the-counter medications help a little, but she is still sobbing, asking you to do something to make it better. Read More

What to Expect at Your Child's Well-Child Appointment

Dec 21, 2016

Kids grow up so quickly and because your child is growing at a fast pace, it’s important to keep an eye on their wellness each year. By scheduling a yearly well-child check, you’re ensuring your child’s health is assessed by a pediatrician you can trust. Read More