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A Terrifying Drug Targeted at Children- Rainbow Fentanyl
Authorities across the nation have started sounding the alarm over an influx of a highly dangerous drug flooding our country. Police and authorities are on high alert in their respective areas for rainbow fentanyl, a highly potent drug aimed at children and teens. ...
3 Common Back to School Illnesses Part 1 of 2
Part 1 As summer winds down, children across the nation are returning to school. Whether in public school or homeschooled they will be exposed to more germs as they interact with their peers. Children aren’t exempt from the annual onslaught of germs. Every year...
Education Series: Back To School
Bedtime Routine A consistent sleep schedule is essential for children to tackle their day-to-day tasks. With school starting, it has never been more important to cultivate good sleep habits. The CDC recommends children ages 3-5 years get 10-13 hours of sleep a night,...
Swimmers Ear
Otitis externa, better known as swimmers’ ear, is a common summertime ear infection. This infection is found in the outer ear, the portion of the ear canal that runs from the eardrum to outside the head. Swimmer’s ear is not the same as inner ear infection, which is...
Planning on Traveling? Tips to Avoid Motion Sickness
Are you planning a trip but are prone to motion sickness? Motion sickness can make a much-anticipated trip downright miserable. If you or your loved one are prone to motion sickness, there are some strategies and effective medications that can help alleviate the...
Heat Related Illnesses- Who is at Risk?
As the dog days of summer continue throughout much of the country, with many regions experiencing record or near record heat, it is easy to forget about the dangers that excessive heat can have on the body. I recently had an experience that brought this to light that...