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> Understanding Osgood-Schlatter Disease
Osgood-Schlatter disease is a painful knee problem that can occur in active young people. It almost always gets better with rest and simple treatment. But you have a role to play
> Make Variety a Goal in Sports
For every prodigy who grows into a successful athlete, thousands of youths suffer physically or psychologically from being pushed to compete at a young age. The repetitive motions often demanded by intense training in a single sport can cause overuse injuries, such as stress fractures or tendonitis. Over-training can also contribute to psychological damage, including depression.
> What to Know Before You Go: 5 Musts for Healthy and Safe Travelling
You’ve packed their bathing suits, towels, a few extra toys to distract them, and you’ve remembered their favourite blankets…but have you taken adequate steps to make sure your little ones are protected in case of illness while traveling?
> Five Health Tips to Keep in Mind While You Travel
You’ve made it off the plane and into your hotel room, and now the real adventure begins. Before your family heads down to the buffet table or jumps into the ocean, consider the following tips and extra precautions to safeguard your and your children’s health.
> Five Health Tips to Keep in Mind While You Travel
You’ve made it off the plane and into your hotel room, and now the real adventure begins. Before your family heads down to the buffet table or jumps into the ocean, consider the following tips and extra precautions to safeguard your and your children’s health.
> Could it be a concussion? How to tell
Sports and concussions can sometimes go hand-in-hand. Each year there seem to be more headlines about the seriousness of head injuries and demands for safer sports regulations. Is this an over-reaction or should we all pay more attention?
> How to Choose the Right Helmet For Your Child
Elbow pads? Check. Shin guards? Check. Skates? Check. You’ve packed all the right equipment for your child and the trunk is full, but have you remembered the most important item – the helmet?
> What Every Parent Should Know About Shaken Baby Impact Syndrome
SBIS previously referred to as "Shaken Baby Syndrome" (SBS) is an injury to the brain resulting from intentional head trauma which can occur when a baby is thrown, jogged, jerked, or shaken.
> Insect repellants: the pros and cons
Camping is a great activity to get the family outdoors and enjoy nature. However, we must share this space with other critters, including pesky mosquitoes, black flies and ticks. Insect repellant will go a long way in discouraging these insects from dining on your children.
> It’s really hot! Take special care of young children
A few tips to protect your child from dehydration during heat waves.