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Measles is back in the news again after recent outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico. The virus is wildly contagious and young children are especially vulnerable. That’s why AAP recommends children receive the measles vaccine between 12 to 15 months of age. If your child isn’t old enough to be vaccinated, there are other ways to protect them if an outbreak occurs in your community. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3EMvNBH

How to protect your children during a Measles Outbreak!

How to Protect Your Children During a Measles Outbreak The recent measles outbreaks have many parents concerned. Most of the people who have gotten sick were not vaccinated against measles. This is a stark reminder of the importance of making sure your children are fully vaccinated. Learn more here.

Measles outbreak in West TX!

Health Alert: Measles Outbreak in Gaines County, Texas | Texas DSHS Health Alert: Measles Outbreak in Gaines County, Texas Health Alert February 5, 2025 Summary The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is reporting an outbreak of measles in Gaines County. At this time, six cases have been identified with symptom onset within the last two weeks, all among...

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Type 1 diabetes affects about 1 in 400 children, teens, and young adults under the age of 20. Here are important things parents and families should know about diabetes in children.

Diabetes in Children ​​Diabetes causes problems with the body's ability to change food--especially sugars (carbohydrates)--into fuel for the body. Children with diabetes can stay healthy and lead normal lives if it's kept under proper control. Learn more here.

The flu is unpredictable. There is no way to know if your pr***en or teen will get a mild illness and miss a few days of school or if they will get very sick. Learn more about why your teen should not wait to get a flu shot.

Do college students and teens need a flu shot? College students and teens should get a flu vaccine and COVID-19 booster ASAP before traveling or heading home. Getting vaccinated will help prevent the spread of illness to others at risk of severe illness or hospitalization. Read more here.

Every so often, parents hear scary news about lead or other metals found in baby foods. Recently, health officials warned not to eat certain brands of cinnamon applesauce pouches that may contain high levels of lead. At least 22 toddlers in 14 states have been sickened by lead linked to the recalled pouches.

What should I know about lead in cinnamon applesauce pouches? Recently, health officials warned people not to eat certain brands of cinnamon applesauce pouches because they had high levels of lead in them. Here's what parents need to know, and what to do if your child ate one of the recalled pouches.

When decorating for the holidays, keep these safety tips in mind....

12 Safety Tips for Holiday Decorations ​To help make sure your holiday decorations are safe, the American Academy of Pediatrics offers some tips.

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Mind Institute- It is the rare parent who doesn’t at some point have to deal with temper tantrums over food or, at the very least, picky eating habits. But kids on the autism spectrum — and therefore, the parents who feed them — often face significantly greater and more complex issues around food for a variety of reasons. Here are some tips to help:

Autism and Picky Eating - Child Mind Institute Practical tips for parents of children on the autism spectrum and others with rigid eating habits or problem mealtime behaviors.