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Mashup Score: 2Lead Exposure: Steps to Protect Your Family - 7 month(s) ago
The most important step parents, doctors, and others can take is to prevent lead exposure before it occurs. If you think that your child has been exposed to lead, talk with your pediatrician about getting a blood test to check for lead. Learn more here.
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Mashup Score: 6Edible Marijuana Dangers: How Parents Can Prevent THC Poisoning - 7 month(s) ago
It’s important for parents understand how edible marijuana products are packaged, the amount of THC they contain, how the drug is absorbed in the body and what to do when a child accidentally eats them. Learn more here.
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Edible marijuana products often look just like regular sweets and snacks, but can dangerous for kids or teens if they are consumed. Learn more about #SafeEdiblesStorage: https://t.co/Lvrd2UDuow
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Mashup Score: 0Playing Outside: Why It’s Important for Kids - 8 month(s) ago
No matter what the weather brings, playing outside is good for kids. There is scientific evidence that playing outside improves health, and children of all ages love it. Even as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, outdoor time and nature exploration are safe for most kids. And we know that the more time a child spends in nature, the more likely they are to grow up to be good stewards of our planet—an environmental win!
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Planning to play outside this weekend? Take advantage of the healing #PowerOfPlay in nature! https://t.co/Rf20MLowug
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Mashup Score: 0Which Flu Vaccine Should Children Get? - 8 month(s) ago
For this year, the 2022-2023 flu season, there are two types of influenza vaccines available. The first is what many people call the “flu shot.” The second comes as a nasal spray. Learn more here.
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By October 2022, a record number of children under age 4 years were hospitalized with the flu—the most in 10 years. As a parent, the best thing you can do to protect your children and others from the flu is to get them vaccinated. https://t.co/UX8dFL5Hwc @AmerAcadPeds
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Mashup Score: 0COVID Vaccines & Updated Boosters for Children Age 6 Months Through 4 Years: FAQs for Families - 8 month(s) ago
Babies and young kids can get a COVID shot now that the vaccine is recommended for age 6 months to under 5 years old. There are two COVID vaccine products and both are proven to be safe and effective. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend the COVID-19 vaccine for children in this age group. There is no preference for the Moderna vaccine or the Pfizer and BioNTech vaccine. Parents are strongly encouraged to have their infants and young children vaccinated with either vaccine. Vaccination against COVID-19 is the best way to reduce the negative impact of this pandemic in all age groups. Here’s what you should know.
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COVID Vaccines & Updated Boosters for Children Age 6 Months Through 4 Years: FAQs for Families https://t.co/ma22X47VNt
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Mashup Score: 0How to Build a Disaster Emergency Kit for Your Family - 8 month(s) ago
Keep these items together in a plastic tub or container and store them so that they will be easy to find.
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Pediatricians share tips on how to assemble a family emergency kit in case of a natural disaster or emergency: https://t.co/vuRmZlYoDd https://t.co/7R9UlVWJrA
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Mashup Score: 3All About the Recommended Immunization Schedules - 10 month(s) ago
The American Academy of Pediatrics, in collaboration with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, released the annual immunization schedule for children and adolescents, outlining all the vaccines that are recommended to promote health.
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If you have questions about vaccines don't hesitate to ask your pediatrician! They know your child's health history and can talk with you about specific vaccines recommended. Learn more during #NIAM: https://t.co/MR1GkC8Fwe https://t.co/OQ0QN00Lyi
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Although you can't usually see lead, you can do things to prevent your child from being exposed to it. Pediatricians share important steps you can take during #LeadPoisonPreventionWeek: https://t.co/78uHcfNpuq https://t.co/ya2I159F5Z