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Beyond Chicken Nuggets: Protein-Rich Alternatives for Picky Eaters

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This article will help those families with picky eaters while ensuring the right amount of protein is consumed each day, without the frustration! Continue reading here..

11 Ways to Encourage Your Child to Be Physically Active

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Parents can play a key role in helping their child become more physically active and this article will help to guide you through important steps

Making the Vaccine Decision: Addressing Common Concerns

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Most parents choose to vaccinate their children according to the recommended schedule. But some parents may still have questions about vaccines, and getting answers they can trust may be hard. Continue reading at CDC.gov.

Children & Influenza (Flu)

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Children younger than 5 years of age –especially those younger than 2 years old– are at high risk of serious flu-related complications. A flu vaccine offers the best defense against getting flu and spreading it to others. Getting vaccinated can reduce flu illnesses, doctor’s visits, missed work and school days, and prevent flu-related hospitalizations and deaths in children. Information on this page summarizes vaccine recommendations for children. Visit this page to learn more about vaccine benefits.

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American Academy of Pediatrics Offers Recommendations for Parents of Teen Drivers

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The updated policy statement reviews the latest research and provides guidance for physicians and families on teen driving risks. Please click here to read the latest information.

Study Develops Tool to Predict if Teens Will Smoke

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A study in the November 2018 issue of Pediatrics examines the accuracy of a 12-item tool that could be used by clinicians to identify teens who are likely to start smoking tobacco within the next year.