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Your guide to a memorable and safe summer

June 14, 2021

Whether your family enjoys a low-key day beside the pool or dawn-to-dusk activities that end with fireworks, it’s important to play it safe so...

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How to prevent drowning and dry drowning

May 17, 2021

Drowning is the leading cause of injury-related death in children 1 to 4 and the second-leading cause in children 1 to 14.

tags: drowning , dry drowning , swimming , water safety

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Testicular torsion: What is it and what are the...

March 30, 2021

Testicular torsion affects about 1 in 4,000 males under the age of 25, but it can be present at birth and occur at any age.

tags: testicular torsion

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Know When to Go to the ER for an Allergic Reaction

March 26, 2021

Allergic reactions. Everybody has one to something, right? If I asked you what percentage of people you think have allergies — whether it’s to...

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How high is COVID-19 risk for Halloween activities?

October 15, 2020

With fall festivities in full swing and Halloween fast approaching, physicians in North Texas have organized traditional activities into low,...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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What happens if my child has to be in the hospital...

May 29, 2020

Here are expert answers to common questions parents have about what happens when their child has to be hospitalized during COVID-19.

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Summer safety tips: How to be safe and still have...

May 19, 2020

With summer just around the corner, North Texans are beginning the process of getting back to a new normal.

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How to make snack time fun, healthy and educational

March 25, 2020

With schools closed, kids home and many parents working from home, why not use this opportunity to spend some time together in the kitchen? With...

tags: kids teaching kids , nutrition

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7 of the most germ-covered surfaces people touch...

March 4, 2020

Extra and thorough handwashing is one of the best things you can do, but it’s also smart to recognize the top places you might be picking up ...

tags: colds , flu , germs , hygiene

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3 of the most common winter illnesses in kids ...

January 31, 2020

Kids aren’t known for their willingness to share … unless we’re talking about colds, flu and other sickness-inducing germs. In fact, during the...

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How to Safely Soak In the Weekly Recommended Dose...

July 15, 2019

Are you getting the weekly recommended dose of nature necessary to make a positive impact on your health and well-being?

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Beware of Common Items that Send 12 Kids to the...

June 26, 2019

Common household personal care items send 12 kids to the ER every day. Here’s how to protect kids from these potentially dangerous products.

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How to Avoid These 6 Hidden Summer Holiday Health...

June 17, 2019

Many of summer’s most enjoyable activities pose hidden risks. Avoid these seasonal health hazards with our safety tips.

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What to Know About Measles and Its Complications

April 30, 2019

Measles were eliminated in the U.S. in 2000 but they’re back and spreading. Learn how to protect your family from this super contagious virus...

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Flu is on the Rise in 2019: Know When to Go to...

January 4, 2019

Following last year’s severe flu season, flu is on the rise in 2019. Be prepared.

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How to Know if a Baby has RSV and When to Go to...

December 10, 2018

RSV is a highly contagious virus responsible for many respiratory infections, such as bronchiolitis, the leading cause of hospitalizations in...

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How to Make Halloween Safe and Scare-Free for ...

October 17, 2018

Kids are more than twice as likely to be fatally hit by a car on Halloween than any other day of the year. Here’s how to keep little ghosts and...

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5 Surprising Things to Know About Flu and Asthma

September 28, 2018

Flu and asthma affect millions of people every year. Here are 5 facts about flu and asthma you may not have known.

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When Children Have an Emergency, Look for a Pediatric...

August 28, 2018

When 7-year-old Jackson injured his arm, his mom knew he needed the specialized care of a pediatric ER.

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What to Know About New Concussion Research

August 15, 2018

If you have kids who play sports or are physically active, you’ll want to read the latest concussion research.

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How to Get Real Relief From Illness With Virtual...

August 13, 2018

Medical City Virtual Care helped a busy Fort Worth science teacher get real medical treatment through her computer at home.

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How to Get Kids Back-to-School Ready in 3 Easy...

August 6, 2018

Getting the kids back-to-school ready is a time-honored tradition that parents and kids alike look forward to … more or less. Here are three ...

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11 Essential Swim Safety Tips

June 13, 2018

When swimming, safety should always come first, which is why we’ve compiled some safety tips to keep summer fun in the water.

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Your Online Doctor Will See You Now

March 28, 2018

Your online doctor will see you anytime, from any mobile device or computer. Get $10 off your first virtual visit with code BLOG10.

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Seizures and Fainting: How to Know When to Go ...

January 5, 2018

Fainting and seizures can happen suddenly and without warning. Here’s what you need to know.

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What You Need to Know About RSV

October 3, 2017

RSV makes its rounds in North Texas in the early spring, fall and winter. Here’s how you can avoid a respiratory illness.

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When You Need Free, 24/7 Health Information, Ask...

September 22, 2017

When you’re not sure if you need a doctor, Ask a Nurse! Our free, 24/7 hotline is available whenever and wherever you need it.

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Childhood Immunizations: What Parents Need To ...

August 18, 2017

Here’s everything parents need to know about childhood immunizations and what kids need to stay healthy.

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Do You Need to Be Worried Your Kids Are Getting...

May 24, 2017

Too much caffeine can cause arrhythmia, a rapid, irregular heartbeat that can lead to death. How much is too much?

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Five Opportunities and Insights from “13 Reasons...

May 8, 2017

Suicide is the second leading cause of death for ages 10-34 and the controversial new Netflix show “13 Reasons Why” has people talking about ...

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Why Kids 12 and Under Are Drinking Hand Sanitizer...

April 12, 2017

Children 6-12 are intentionally ingesting sanitizer gel, leading the CDC to suggest alcohol-based hand sanitizer “might be a product of intentional...

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How to Prevent Spring Injuries from Sidelining...

March 9, 2017

Every year, more than 2.6 million children end up in emergency rooms with sports-related injuries, including broken bones and torn ligaments,...

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How to Keep Your Cheerleaders Safe from Falls ...

March 1, 2017

With more than 3.5 million U.S. participants annually, cheerleading is the No. 1 female sport and No. 2 in catastrophic sports injuries.

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RSV: How to Protect Your Family from the "Mega...

December 16, 2016

Bronchiolitis, a respiratory illness caused by RSV, is the most common cause of hospitalization in infants under 12 months old.

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When Cyberbullies Attack: Know How to Fight Back

October 13, 2016

It’s bad enough when cyberbullying happens to celebrities and adults, but what about our vulnerable teens and tweens?

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Know How to Combat Germs with Soap, Snot and Singing

August 26, 2016

Whatever you call the icky things that make your kids and then everyone else in your family sick, we’ve got your prevention tips — and maybe ...

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How to Prevent a Heavy Backpack from Injuring ...

August 4, 2016

Kids are suffering from back pain much earlier than previous generations, and overweight backpacks are a contributing factor.

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Pok̩emon Go: Know How to Avoid Injuries and Ekans...

July 18, 2016

A North Texas teen who stepped on an Ekans … er …snake while capturing Pokémon gives tips for safe hunting.

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Know How to Avoid Water Injuries and Illnesses

July 15, 2016

Summer in North Texas is in full swing and hopefully our Shark Week tips helped keep your little ones safe in the water. But wouldn’t you know...

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Avoid Hot Car Deaths: How to Keep Kids Safe When...

June 29, 2016

Texas ranks No. 1 in the nation for the most child vehicular heat stroke deaths, with 107 between 1998 and 2016.

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