Can't Have an Omelette, but can Still Get the Flu Shot

The flu vaccine is one vital part of reducing your risk of flu. But what if you're allergic to eggs, which are used to make flu vaccines? There's a new option for you.

Some Kids’ Head Injuries Heal Slower

When your kid is out biking, playing baseball or doing some other physical activity, you may worry about their safety, especially if he or she has a mental health condition.

Tracie T. Newman, MD, MPH, FAAP

Dr. Newman is a board certified pediatrician with Sanford Health, a clinical assistant professor of medicine at the University of North Dakota and a mother of three.

What To Do for Tots Getting Shots

It's not easy to watch your baby get their shots. Parents often ask whether it's helpful to give a child acetaminophen to reduce some of the pain and swelling that can result.

Rx Use More Common Than Not

As the aging population has increased, medication use has increased. Not telling healthcare providers about current medications can put a person at risk for a bad reaction.

A Little Love Goes a Long Way

Much research about bullying focuses on how bad it is or what causes it to happen. But it's just as important to know what helps those involved in bullying, for both victims and bullies alike.

Black and White Realities of ADHD

ADHD can be a challenging disorder for children if they do not receive treatment. Getting treatment requires that they be accurately identified in the first place.

Talking to Teens About Weight & Size

Talking to teenagers about weight can be tough. Taking the conversation in the wrong direction may trigger unhealthy dieting behaviors.

Hormones May Not Help After Menopause

Women sometimes find the hormonal changes that come with menopause to be troublesome. Occasional mental fogginess is one of their complaints.

With Stroke, 15 Minutes Can Be a Lifesaver

For stroke victims, getting therapy to dissolve a blood clot may be a lifesaver and prevent devastating disability. The quicker these individuals act, the better the outcome is likely to be.

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