Injuries to the arm (shoulder to hand). Injuries to a bone, muscle, joint or ligament.
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As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.
Injuries to the arm (shoulder to hand). Injuries to a bone, muscle, joint or ligament.
Read MoreArm muscle pain from hard work or sports (muscle overuse). Pain is not caused by an injury. Also called muscle overuse syndrome
Read MorePain in the arm (shoulder to fingers). Includes shoulder, elbow, wrist and finger joints. Includes minor muscle strains from hard work or sports (overuse). Pain is not caused by an injury
Read MoreAsthma (AZZ-muh) is a disease of the breathing tubes that carry air to the lungs. The linings of the tubes swell, and they fill up with mucus (MYOO-kus). This is called inflammation (in-fluh-MAY-shun). It makes the tubes get narrow. This makes it hard to breathe.
Read MoreYour child is having an asthma attack. Your child has been diagnosed in the past with asthma.
Read MoreThings that cause asthma (AZZ-muh) attacks or make asthma worse are called triggers. Asthma triggers can be found in your home, your child's school, child care, and other people's homes.
Read MoreAlmost every child (and adult) with asthma can benefit from sports and physical activity. Also, asthma should not prevent young athletes from enjoying a full athletic career. The following is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics
Read MoreThis handout informs parents about asthma, including information about asthma symptoms, triggers, treatments, medicines, and how to communicate with your child's school.
Read MoreFungus infection of the feet. Causes an itchy rash on the feet and between the toes
Read MoreBaby bottle tooth decay (BBTD) is the main type of tooth decay in toddlers. It’s caused by excessive exposure to milk or juice. That happens with crib bottles or tote bottles.
Read MoreA checklist for parents to help prepare for your child's COVID-19 vaccination.
Read MoreHere is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about why baby walkers are not safe and what you can do.
Read MoreParents should: Meet the siiter and check references and training in advance. | Be certain the sitter has had first aid training and knows CPR. | Be sure the sitter is at least 13 years old and mature enough to handle common emergencies.
Read MoreBack muscle pain from carrying or lifting heavy things
Read MorePain or discomfort in the upper, mid or lower back. Includes minor muscle strain from back overuse
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