Debunking Delayed Vaccine Schedules
Myth or fact: delayed vaccine schedules are safer than the typical vaccine schedule. Take a look at the facts, and check out our infographic about vaccines by age.
Kids
Polio-Like Acute Flaccid Myelitis Is Scary, but Rare
Is your child at risk? Take a look at this Q&A with pediatric neurologist J. Nicholas Brenton, MD, to learn more about AFM, a rare but serious neurologic condition that typically affects young children.
Teens & Vaping: What to Watch for and How to Talk with Your Kids
Last year, 4.9 percent of middle-schoolers and 20.8 percent of high-schoolers reported they had used electronic cigarettes in the past month. Find out what to look for and how to talk to your kids about vaping.
Infographic: Bicycle Helmet Safety Tips for Riders and Parents
Bicycle helmet safety is just as important as wearing a seatbelt. Therefore, kids and adults should wear a properly fitted helmet every time they ride.
HPV Vaccine for Boys: The Shot That’s Worth It
The HPV vaccine prevents cancer in both boys and girls, yet many parents avoid pushing for the shot, thinking that HPV is only a sexually transmitted disease. The reality is much different.
Spotting Distress Signs in Teens: How to Tell if Your Kid Might be Suicidal
Teens can often be irritable, angst-filled, sensitive to criticism and want to sleep a lot. What separates “normal” teen expression from behavior parents should worry about?
Why You Should Be an Organ Donor: A Little Boy’s Story of Receiving & Giving Life
Michael's cystic fibrosis kept him from enjoying childhood, until an organ donor and new lungs changed his life. His father works at UVA and contributed this post.
Does Sugar Make Kids Hyper? FAQs About Kids & Added Sugar
Is your child consuming too much added sugar? Find out why it's important to monitor the sweets and get tips on healthier snack alternatives.
Infographic: Top Toy Safety Tips
Before you head to the store to stock up on toys for all the kids on your list, check out these 6 tips. During the happiest time of the year, as well as all year long, it's important to make sure the gifts you buy will keep kids entertained without putting them in potential danger.
“Is Santa Real?” Talking to Your Kids About Santa and Other Fantasies
Bring on the merry and bring on the questions! We asked a child psychiatrist what to say when it’s time to address the “is Santa real?” question.
