Health Tips & News
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Healthy for the Holidays: Six Safe December Decorating Tips
December 20, 2019
The holiday season is finally here, and with it comes joy, love… and a little madness! Decking your halls is a fun activity for the whole family, but it’s important to keep safety first when transforming your home into a winter wonderland. That’s why we’re sharing our top six tips for holiday decorating to keep […]
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Kitchen Safety Tips to Keep in Mind this Holiday Season
November 26, 2019
There’s nothing better than celebrating the holiday season with your loved ones. But we all know that preparing your holiday meals can also lead to a jam-packed kitchen filled with cooking, baking and a little chaos! In this environment, it’s easy for your little ones to get caught up in the excitement and suffer a […]
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Five Tips for Preventing Sports Injuries
November 24, 2019
Fall sports have officially kicked off, which means soccer, football, volleyball and cheerleading are likely the highlight of your Saturdays. While it’s important to encourage our kiddos to be active and participate in team activities, these sports also come with potential risks. We encourage all parents and guardians to learn the warning signs of overexertion […]
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5 Reasons Why the Flu Vaccine is a Must
November 22, 2019
Colder weather is finally here, and while it brings festive fall celebrations and lots of cozy nights, it also brings one of the most common (and often most dreaded!) illnesses in the world — the flu. No one wants to get the flu, and you especially don’t want your little ones to suffer through the […]
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Five Reasons to Embrace Telemedicine
November 19, 2019
At Urgent Care for Children, we’re all about convenience. Our team strives each day to uphold the motto of “quality care with less waiting,” and one of the most innovative ways we do that is through our telemedicine system. Now, you may be asking: what exactly is telemedicine? Telemedicine offers parents a chance to […]
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Drop the candy! Four Healthy Halloween Treat Alternatives
October 23, 2019
A few sweets never hurt anybody, right? Although nutritionists recommend sugar consumption in moderation (only 6 teaspoons per day for children), Halloween is often the ultimate test. In the wake of the candy tsunami, children eat about three cups of sugar – the equivalent to 220 sugar packets. The American Academy of Pediatrics reports that consuming sugar in extreme levels (more […]
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Hand Sanitizer 101
October 23, 2019
Fall is just weeks away – which means cold and flu season is right around the corner. While rigorous hand-washing with soap and water is undoubtedly the best way to prevent sickness, hand sanitizer is a great alternative when you’re on the go or don’t have access to a sink. But do you know how […]
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Recipe for Success: How to Make Healthy School Lunches
October 23, 2019
A healthy lifestyle is important at every stage of life, but especially for growing school-aged children. In addition to getting enough sleep and staying active, fueling their body with nutritious food is vital to supporting a child’s mental health and development. Parents, here are our tips for packing a school lunch that not only is […]
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Germ Prevention 101: A Prescription for Avoiding Back-to-School Illnesses
October 23, 2019
Summer is officially over, and kiddos everywhere are sharpening their pencils, zipping up their backpacks and getting ready for the start of another school year. But your children aren’t the only ones who have something to learn – Germ Prevention 101 is about to start, and you have a front-row seat. So, grab that notebook […]
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5 Firework Tips For The Fourth of July
October 23, 2019
Did you know sparklers burn at 2,000 degrees? That’s hot enough to melt some metals! The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that on average, 280 people go to the emergency room every day in July with fireworks-related injuries. Help keep your kiddos safe this holiday with these 5 firework tips from Urgent Care for […]