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Health Steps for a Healthy You

WebA Healthy Lifestyle is Important . These days it’s easy to forget how important a healthy lifestyle is. Being overweight and not exercising can cause high cholesterol …

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Answers to your most common telehealth questions

WebYou and your child can speak with your provider about anything you would bring up during an in-person appointment. Discuss symptoms, your care plan and any …

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How to prepare your teen to manage their own medical care

WebUse simple words to explain any medical conditions that your child has. Ask them to repeat them back to you to be sure they understand. Encourage your child to …

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How to access therapy and mental health support for kids and teens

WebThe mental health team at CHOC curated the following resources on mental health topics common to kids and teens, such as depression, anxiety, suicide prevention …

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CHOC recognized as one of nation’s best children’s hospitals

WebCHOC is one of only 50 pediatric facilities in the nation to earn recognition as a best children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report.The following CHOC specialties …

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Kids and germs: What parents should know

WebHand washing is the best way to keep germs away and to help prevent kids from getting sick. Parents should teach their kids — or practice together — how to wash …

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Fever Chart Guide

WebWhen should I take my child to urgent care for a fever? Parents should take their child to urgent care for a fever when their symptoms require a call to the doctor (see ‘When …

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How to talk positively about nutrition and healthy eating with kids

WebFor example, meals should contain: A starch or grain source to provide energy. Protein to support healthy growth and immunity. Fruits and vegetables for …

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5 Facts You Probably Didn't Know About Rare Diseases

WebHere are some facts on rare diseases: In the United States, a condition is considered “rare” it affects fewer than 200,000 persons. If all people with rare diseases …

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Influenza vs. COVID-19: The similarities and differences

WebThe flu is caused by various types of influenza viruses, while COVID-19 is caused by SARS-CoV-2, a new coronavirus discovered in 2019, says Dr. Basu. …

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Age-by-age symptoms of separation anxiety and how to help kids

WebTweens and teenagers (ages 11-18) Stomachaches, headaches and other physical symptoms that occur when the youth knows they will be away or are away from …

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Tics and tic disorders: What parents should know

WebA tic is a sudden, repetitive, involuntary movement or sound. Motor tics can include movements such as eye blinking, shoulder shrugging, and twisting. Vocal tics …

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Adverse childhood experiences, risks and protective factors

WebScientific evidence shows that when a child experiences multiple adverse events without a supportive caregiver to help them navigate this stress, they may …

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5 practical ways to help reduce stigma around mental illness

WebChoose words carefully. What we say and how we say it matters. Making small changes to how we talk – about mental illness and in general – can go a long way …

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