Dry Drowning: What You Need to Know
Dry drowning became a hot topic this summer. Learn about the symptoms and get advice from Chris Holstege, MD, Professor of Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics. More »
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Charlottesville Violence: How to Help Your Kids Cope With Frightening Events
It's not easy, but discussing these events in developmentally-appropriate language can help children feel safer and more secure, while also letting them know you are available and supportive. More »
Kids With ADHD Often Have a Parent With ADHD
For any child with ADHD, there’s a 30 to 40 percent chance that one or both of the child’s parents also has ADHD. And in many cases, the parent’s ADHD has gone undiagnosed into adulthood. More »
Deciding on Daycare: A Health & Safety Checklist
Choosing a daycare or preschool for your child depends on a lot of factors, but some basic health and safety questions should apply to any care provider, regardless of size. More »
Summer Safety Roundup
We hope your summer vacation is full of swimming pools and barbecues. To be fully prepared, we've rounded up our summer safety posts. More »
Kids, Fitness and Healthy Habits Over the Summer
Kids can gain as much as seven pounds over the summer. This infographic can help you make sure your family maintains healthy habits when school lets out. More »
Teenage Sex Education: Sex Ed in the Real World
You can't prevent sexual abuse. But you can empower teens to make healthy choices. Learn how to teach teens about sex. More »
Child Sexual Abuse: Raising Kids with Healthy Body Boundaries
Child sexual abuse: Find out steps you can take to empower, educate, and build trust with your kids. You can't prevent abuse, but you can reduce the risk. More »
Erasing the Stigma: Nit Myths and Effective Lice Treatments
Head lice is incredibly common, but there’s a lot of misinformation out there. UVA pediatrician Emily Wong, MD, explains lice myths and effective treatments. More »
SIDS Prevention: New Guidelines Address Sleeping Surfaces for Babies
Every year, about 3,500 U.S. babies die suddenly and unexpectedly, according to the CDC. Of those, almost 75 percent are attributed to either accidental strangulation or suffocation in bed or SIDS. More »