Health Advice: Kids & Teens

By Judith Palfrey, M.D. - Health - September 28, 2009

While parents want to protect their children, exposing them to illness is not a prudent practice. more >>

By Judith Palfrey, M.D. - Health - June 15, 2009

Can parents take steps to prevent asthma in children? more >>

By Judith Palfrey, M.D. - Health - May 15, 2009

Parents are strongly cautioned that pot use is bad for adolescents. more >>

By Steven E. Nissen, M.D. - Health - March 25, 2009

Should children get heart evaluations before taking stimulant medications for ADHD? more >>

By Judith Palfrey, M.D. - Health - March 3, 2009

If your child develops a sleep problem, here's what may help. more >>

By Judith Palfrey, M.D. - Health - February 19, 2009

There may be a link, but no need to panic. more >>

By Kenneth Cooper, M.D. - Health - January 26, 2009

Parents need to model healthful eating, and not focus on weight or looks. more >>

By Judith Palfrey, M.D. - Health - January 26, 2009

The hygiene hypothesis holds that our systems are primed by exposure to bacteria and allergens. more >>

By Judith Palfrey, M.D. - Health - January 26, 2009

As with height and weight, the normal range is wide. more >>

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