Childrens Health and Parenting - Teen

4 Deadliest Dangers of Summer

These potential health hazards can cause a perfect summer day to turn tragic.

5 Worst Movie Theater Foods

Snacking at the movies may not be as innocent as it seems.

6 Most Polluted Beaches in America

Summer beach vacations may be an American tradition, but take heed--some of the country's most popular destinations may be hazardous to your health.

Adolescent Vaccination Guide

Find out how you can protect your teen or pre-teen against infection.

Chicken Pox Survival Guide

A highly contagious childhood illness, chicken pox can make your child uncomfortable for about a week. Here, some ways to ease the itching.

Could You Have an STD--But Not Know It?

Sexually transmitted diseases can be hard to spot; in fact, some may have no symptoms at all. Here, how to pinpoint and prevent the three most common offenders.

Could Your Kids Be at Risk for Osteoporosis?

Follow these tips to help protect your children from this degenerative bone disease.

Preventing Teen Pregnancy: How to Talk to Your Teen

Find out what the statistics about teen pregnancy means for you and your teenager.

Should You Get a Flu Shot?

Will getting the flu shot prevent you from getting sick? Find out here.

Summer Insect Survival Guide

Wasps, honeybees, and yellow jackets are some of the more notorious stinging pests, and they result in approximately 100 deaths per year.

Summer Rash Survival Guide

Learn how to cope with poison ivy, poison oak, and other notorious summer rashes.

Teens and Meningitis

Could your teenager contract meningitis at camp, in the classroom, or at the college dorm? Here, what you can do to reduce your child's risks.

Is Your Child Overscheduled?

Tutoring. Soccer practice. Student council. Piano lessons. Today's kids are master multitaskers. But are all these activities putting too much pressure on your child?

Are Cold and Flu Medications Safe for Kids?

Your child has a runny nose and bad cough. You want her to feel better, but is it OK to give her cold medicine?

Winning the Bedtime War With Kids

Bedtime doesn't have to be a fight.

10 Ways to Help Kids Lose Weight

There are many simple ways that parents can help kids get their weight under control.

Can a Pet Boost Your Health?

According to some researchers, a four-legged friend can add years to your life.

Are You Buying Safe Toys?

What's under that bow? Find out if the gifts you're giving this year are naughty or nice.
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