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Battery-Related Emergency Department visits by Children Doubles

Battery-Related Emergency Department visits by Children Doubles

There were roughly 66,000 emergency department visits by children under age 18 years associated with batteries during the 20-year study period. Children sought emergency evaluation for batteries placed in the mouth, ear or nose, but most frequently by batteries that were swallowed, especially among children aged 5 years or younger.

5 Things Parents Shouldn't Say to Their Kids

5 Things Parents Shouldn't Say to Their Kids

5 Things Parents Shouldn't Say to Their Kids

It's no secret that parents should pay attention to how they communicate with their children. It can be a simple statement parents make, usually in a moment of frustration, which can cause the most damage later on.

Sleep deprived? Try taking a nap at work!

Sleep deprived? Try taking a nap at work!

By Geoffrey James

Last month, I explained that working an average of more than 40 hours a week is counter-productive. Not surprisingly, some readers protested that working long hours was the only way they could remain competitive.

Bottles, Binkies and Sippy Cups Not As Safe As You Think

Bottles, Binkies and Sippy Cups Not As Safe As You Think

Almost all infants and toddlers use bottles, pacifiers, and sippy cups for supplying nutrition, comfort, and convenience, but are these products always as safe as parents think?

The surprising health benefits of beer

The surprising health benefits of beer

By Ashley Henshaw
 

Most health advice has us feeling guilty over our indulgences, even if we don't enjoy them that often. Fortunately, having a few beers now and again is one nice little treat that you don't have to feel bad about. In fact, beer can actually be good for your health when consumed in the proper amounts.

10 summer health risks to watch out for

10 summer health risks to watch out for

By Marisa Ramiccio

When summer finally arrives, people start spending a lot of time outdoors, basking in the sun's long-awaited rays. But the great outdoors can harbor some health risks, especially during the summer, so before you step outside, prepare yourself for these 10 summer health risks.

Sun exposure in babies could mean cancer later

Sun exposure in babies could mean cancer later

Getting too much sun is bad for anyone, but it's especially dangerous for babies, whose sensitive skin hasn't developed enough layers of natural protection to withstand intense summer rays.