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Cold medicines for kids: What's the risk?
Cold medicines aren't recommended for young children. Here's why.
Children and gender identity: Supporting your child
Learn how to talk to children about their internal sense of gender. Also find out how to support their gender expression and advocate for them.
Child growth: Can you predict adult height?
Concerned about your child's growth? Find out how you can estimate your child's adult height.
Change an unhealthy habit? Yes, you can! Here's how
Hooked on salty snacks? Too much TV bingeing? Follow these insider tips from a Mayo Clinic wellness coach to break the cycle and build healthy new habits.
Cast care: Do's and don'ts
Find out more about tips for keeping a cast safe — and your child comfortable — while an injury heals.
Car sickness in children: Can I prevent it?
Carefully planned pre-trip meals, air ventilation and distractions might help prevent car sickness in children.
Age spots (liver spots)
Learn more about the harmless dark spots on your skin that tend to appear as you age, especially in areas exposed to the sun. Treatment is available.
Acetaminophen and children: Why dose matters
This medicine is an effective pain reliever, but an overdose can happen all too easily. Follow these tips to keep your child safe.
6 tips for an active getaway you'll remember
Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, you don't have to leave your workout routine behind. Try these tips for making exercise a part of the adventure.
4 ways to keep bouncing back strong as you age
Life will keep throwing challenges at you, but you can bounce back at any age. Here are four strategies for building your resilience.
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