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Is It Safe to Use Sunscreen on Babies?

Many parents wonder whether it’s safe to use sunscreen on their babies. Using sunscreen on babies under six months old is generally not recommended. However, protecting a baby’s skin with other safe and...

May 22, 2026

4 min read

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A woman with her hand over her chest while at the gym exercising, experiencing heart palpitations due to AFib.

Diseases & Conditions Heart and Vascular Health

HEALTH Yeah! Episode 7: AFib – The Most Common Type of Heart Rhythm Disorder

Atrial fibrillation (or AFib) is a type of arrhythmia or irregular heartbeat that’s both common and serious, affecting more than 2.5 million people in the United States. In this episode of HEALTH Yeah!, cardiology...

January 31, 2025

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A boy sits with his mother on their living room couch, looking over online resources about transgender youth support.

Brain & Mental Health Children’s Health Health & Wellness

Gender Diverse and Transgender Youth: How to Support Your Child

January 23, 2025

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Brain & Mental Health Children’s Health Diseases & Conditions

How is Tourette Syndrome Diagnosed?

As a parent, noticing your child making unusual movements or sounds can be confusing and even concerning. Tourette Syndrome, a neurological condition characterized by motor and vocal tics, is often misunderstood...

January 23, 2025

5 min read

A group of women in a park doing tai chi together as part of their beginner exercise routine.

Brain & Mental Health Health & Wellness Heart and Vascular Health Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

How to Get Started with an Exercise Routine

January 17, 2025

6 min read

Brain & Mental Health Children’s Health

Why Has My Child Suddenly Developed a Tic?

Noticing that your child is making sudden, repetitive movements or sounds can be concerning, leaving you wondering what’s happening and why. These are tics that can occur in the form of repetitive eye blinking...