In today’s world, bullying can take on many different forms, from verbal, physical, social, to cyber bullying. In some cases, the bullying may be made up of more than one of these components,...
Has your sick child ever not been treated with an antibiotic after visiting the doctor? Hopefully, this is the case. Antibiotics can treat a variety of bacterial infections, however, these medicati...
Images and talk of violence affect our everyday lives, causing a lot of anxiety. However, these incidents are especially confusing and overwhelming for children. Although age plays a part in determ...
Backpack? Check. Lunchbox? Yes. Notebooks? Got them. As summer winds down and mom and dad prepare to send kids back to school, the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) is reminding parents about...
If your child suffers from a sore throat, it can be difficult to determine whether it is just that – a sore throat or a sign of something more serious, like strep throat. The guidelines below...
It’s no secret that a lack of physical activity can lead to weight gain. Anyone who works behind a desk for eight hours a day knows this to be true, but what about our kids? A recent study pu...
Right now, the flu and other contagious illnesses, such as respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and gastrointestinal viruses are widespread throughout the community. RSV is a virus that causes the com...
It certainly has been chilly in our region lately. With winter just beginning, it is almost certain that we have more cold weather ahead of us. Make sure your child is safe and warm in his or her c...
Bringing your newborn home from the hospital is an exciting time. As a new parent, you may be feeling overwhelmed that you are now responsible for a tiny baby. How often should you feed your baby?...
Philanthropy in action: Impacting the healthcare in our region