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The CDC reported a continuous rise in Norovirus cases across the country, especially in the Northeast. The highly contagious virus is spreading through contaminated food, water, surfaces and people who are infected. Children and elderly are especially susceptible, although the stomach flu has risen across all age groups. Symptoms include...

The recent FDA investigation into the recalled cinnamon applesauce pouches sold under WanaBana, Weis and Schnucks brands highlights the potential harm of many food items, particularly in those that are ultraprocessed. The recalled cinammon applesauce pouches in these cases also contained chromium. Studies have shown that elevated lead levels and...

As much as summers are enjoyable and fun, they do not last forever. School is here! Preparing well for the school year can go a long way. The American Academy of Pediatrics recently published 12 practical tips to help you get ready for the back-to-school season. We summarized them here...

After nine months since the announcement of the global pandemic, a vaccine for the novel coronavirus is finally underway. Earlier this month, the Food and Drug administration issued an Emergency use Authorization (EUA) to permit the administration of the Moderna and the Pfizer-BioTech COVID- 19 vaccines. The administration of these...

It's that time of year again. Flu season is upon us and the Holidays are right around the corner. With COVID-19 cases on the rise, we understand that celebrating the Holidays this year may produce a bit more stress than usual. Though we want everyone to have a fun and...

Is your child all dressed up with nowhere to go this Halloween? No worries, there are many ways you and your little ones can celebrate the festivities of Halloween this year without stepping out of the house. Some of our favorite Halloween activities include carving pumpkins, crafting, and watching classic...

The novel coronavirus is zoonotic (transmission is originally from animal to human), and can easily spread via human to human transmission or through community. There is no absolute way to stop this outbreak from spreading but it can be slowed down. As individuals, we can take precautionary and preventive measures...

In this new year, 2020 and the decade it follows should give time to pause and visualize what you would hope and like to accomplish for your child. From newborn to adulthood, no matter what point in time, there are only a good two decades of constant development and nurturing...

'Tis the season of joy and giving as we enter the holiday season. Millions of Americans from all ages will be traveling by air, sea or land in the next few weeks to visit relatives, friends, or just take the time out to see the holiday sights.  Air travel could...

The Halloween weather forecast is not very encouraging for outdoor trick or treating on Thursday, October 31, 2019. Rain is expected to play a trick on our cute costumed ghouls, goblins and superheroes. And let's not forget our teenagers who usually don their favorite celebrity and/or movie characters! Rain, wind...

New York has suffered the worst measles outbreak in a quarter of a century.  A staggering 75% of measles cases reported in the country are linked to outbreaks in New York. Out of these cases, most are reported from communities that have the highest rate of vaccination exemption due to...

So, what is Body Image?  Body image is how one perceives their own physical body. One’s body image can be positive or negative. This perception of one’s body is important in adolescent years as it can reflect their self-confidence or self-worth. In today’s world of social media, there are many...

Mental wellness is one of the most important aspects of health, but unfortunately it is also one of the most overlooked. Contrary to common preconceptions, mental disorders are real health problems that need just as much attention as physical ailments. Anxiety is one of the more prevalent disorders in children...

In an ever changing environment with the development of new technology everyday, it is difficult to not be concerned about how it affects your child. Over the last five years social media has become an integral part of teenager’s life. Platforms such as Instagram, Twitter and Facebook are a crucial...

Nowadays with the hustle and bustle life it has become exceedingly difficult to remember how to keep our children healthy. And the overwhelming amount of parenting advice on the internet certainly doesn't help. Are they eating enough fruits and vegetables? Are they exercising enough? So here is a simple code...

Summer is just around the corner and everyone is eager to soak up that wonderful Vitamin D. The warm breeze and radiant sun just entices you to laze around for some well-deserved relaxation and rejuvenation. But before you trade your sweaters for swimsuits and your sneakers for your flip-flops, be...

A great and proven way to get kids through exams is to allow them to take on the challenge exclusive of the extra pressure from peers or parents.  Children often excel and realize their accomplishments (or failures) more through their own work. And why is this important? Because you want...

The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) as well as other agencies tackling mental health have only started focusing on children's and adolescents' mental health within the last two decades. Parents and health care professionals often find it difficult to determine or diagnose a child's or teen's depression or anxiety...

Reading leads to lifelong success. Period. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has released numerous statements regarding the promotion of parent-child reading among families. The statements and the relevant studies supporting this recommendation point to significant benefits of reading to a child for his or her development.  But how soon...

The long anticipated winter thaw is just around the corner, and we will soon see sprigs of beautiful flowers and blooming buds across trees and fields in Queens.  We will soon see bright green leaves and colorful flowers pop up everywhere, from Forest Park to Cunningham Park, to the boulevards...