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Allergy Medication: Reach For Second-Generation!

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Earwax Removals Do's and Don't's

Earwax: everybody has it. It is a natural occurrence that is actually helpful to the function of the ear. True, it can sometimes be a nuisance, leading to oh-so-many marketing...

Published on September 7, 2023

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Bullying: How to Support Our Children & Resolve Issues

Bullying, hazing, and other threatening behaviors are sadly common aspects of childhood and adolescence. The causes, triggers, and severities of such incidents vary, but they can all leave a traumatic...

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For Minor Cuts, Petroleum Jelly Beats Antibiotics

Triple antibiotic ointments, such as Neosporin have long been the go-to options for treating and disinfecting minor cuts and wounds. However, the medical community has shifted to urge people to...

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Children’s Sleep Issues: Tips and Tricks For Happy Dreamland

It’s 10PM, you’re exhausted, but your little one is simply refusing to close their eyes; it’s 7AM, you’re late to work, and your teenager is sound asleep – good luck...

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Supporting a Child Through Substance Abuse

As our children grow, the concerns we have about their wellbeing evolve, too. We stand over our babies’ cribs, watching their chests move with each breath. We run after our...

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Allergy Medication: Reach For Second-Generation!

Find out why second-generation antihistamines are the better choice for allergy medication to avoid drowsiness.

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School Avoidance: What It Is and How to Manage It

PM Behavioral Health experts discuss helping children through school avoidance, focusing on early intervention and awareness.

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PM Pediatric Care experts offer explanations and management tips for hay fever, a common chronic condition.

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School Year Prep for Ongoing Health Conditions

Summer is still in full swing, but that back-to-school time is just around the corner. When we send our children off to another year of learning, we hope that everything...

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My Child Had a Great Urgent Care Visit...What's Next?

Urgent care practices are invaluable community resources that provide families with specialized medical support in times of immediate need. I may be biased, but I truly believe that urgent care...

Published on July 13, 2023