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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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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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Molluscum Contagiosum: What You Need to Know

Apr 19, 2022

Despite its big, scary-sounding name, molluscum contagiosum is a common and relatively harmless skin condition seen in many children. It comes in the form of bumps that range in size from a pinhead to a pencil eraser. Read More

Recognizing Signs of Child Abuse and Neglect

Recognizing Signs of Child Abuse and Neglect

Apr 14, 2022

Protecting children from abuse and neglect is a community responsibility. Most adults want to help, but are unsure of how to get involved. Remember to follow the three Rs. Read More

What is Golf Medicine?

What is Golf Medicine?

Apr 07, 2022

Whether you and your child play golf to relax on the weekends or to be competitive, a risk of injury exists just like in other sports. It is important to take precautions against getting hurt and to seek medical attention in the case of injury. Read More

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Common Co-diagnoses Occurring with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Mar 31, 2022

People who have autism spectrum disorders (ASD) may also have additional health diagnoses (co-occurring conditions). Learn more about these common conditions. Read More

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Revised Developmental Milestones for Infants and Toddlers

Mar 30, 2022

From smiles to steps, those eagerly awaited “firsts” mean more than entries in a baby book. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently updated timelines for these “firsts” in infants and toddlers. Read More

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Inflammation and Swelling: What You Need to Know

Mar 28, 2022

If you’ve ever experienced a sprained ankle or broken bone, you know that swelling at the site of injury is a common occurrence. It’s all part of the healing process! However, inflammation and swelling come at a price. Read More

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TikTok Challenge or Not, Nonpowder Firearms Are Dangerous for Children

Mar 22, 2022

A new TikTok challenge is encouraging people to shoot soft gel balls at others with a gel-ball gun or an airsoft gun. While the gel balls often simply startle their targets and leave small bruises upon impact, more serious injuries can happen. Read More

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Healthy Digital Boundaries for Kids

Mar 22, 2022

The foundation for online safety is creating healthy digital boundaries — what a young person is comfortable doing, seeing, and feeling while using technology and how they would like to be treated by others. Read More