Published on Mar 14, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
It may be one of the hardest decisions parents make: When should you keep your kids home from school? How sick is sick enough? If you face these questions a few times a year, you aren’t alone. In fact, a poll from the University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children’s...
Published on Mar 10, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
At the end of a long day, sitting down for a family meal might be the last thing on your mind. But doing so benefits your family in a variety of ways. In the past, families spent lots of time together. Did you ever read Little House on the Prairie or watch The...
Published on Mar 4, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Erlanger East, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
You visit the doctor when you have a sore throat and take your son to the pediatrician when he suffers a playground injury. But visiting a primary care physician when you’re well is just as vital to your health. Why are wellness visits important? 1. Regular wellness...
Published on Feb 25, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
When you think of bacteria, you probably think of the bad kind — those pesky germs that bring illness. But not all bacteria are bad. In fact, your gut is filled with what we’ll call “good” bacteria. This type of bacteria helps protect your body against harmful,...
Published on Feb 11, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
You’d prefer your little ones never get sick, so you’d never have to give them medication. But sickness and medications are a reality of parenting. How can you make sure you’re giving them medication the safest way possible? When your kids are sick, you logically want...
Published on Jan 30, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
When it comes to raising kids, it can be difficult to strike a balance between being involved in their lives and overly involved. But it’s an important balance to strike when it comes to inspiring independence. “Helicopter parenting” is a phrase that emerged in the...
