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Your child's health and safety is our top priority. Please search our resource library for information on health, nutrition, fitness, injury prevention and other important topics.

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Cough and Cold Medicine Abuse

Chugging cough medicine for an instant high is a dangerous, potentially deadly practice.

Diarrhea

Most kids battle diarrhea from time to time, so it's important to know what to do to relieve and even prevent it.

How to Safely Give Acetaminophen

What kind? How much? How often? Find out how to give this pain and fever medicine.

Pneumonia

Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by different types of germs, most commonly viruses. Read about symptoms and treatment.

Teaching Your Child How to Swallow Pills

Swallowing a pill is something that many of us take for granted. But just like any skill, learning to swallow a pill takes practice.

Tips for Treating the Flu

Here are some quick tips for helping your child get over the flu.

Vomiting

Most vomiting is caused by gastroenteritis, and usually isn't serious. These home-care tips can help prevent dehydration.