Creating a birth plan is a helpful way to prepare for one of the most important days of your life. It gives you the opportunity to think about your preferences, learn about your options and share what matters most to...
Hydrocephalus, often called “water on the brain,” is a serious neurological condition where fluid builds up inside the brain and can cause dangerous pressure. Doctors traditionally believed this happened because the...
A confirmed case of West Nile virus in New York City may raise questions about what the virus means for you. If you’ve seen the headlines, here’s what you need to know: Most people infected with West Nile...
Back-to-school means football season is here. For many families, that means practices, games and time spent cheering from the sidelines. Football is a great way for kids to stay active, build confidence and learn about...
When news breaks about a young athlete collapsing during a game, it’s natural for parents to wonder, Could this happen to my child? While these tragedies are heartbreaking, sudden cardiac death in young athletes...
Many families notice the same pattern every week. The weekend is going well, but by Sunday evening, everything changes. A child who seemed happy all weekend may suddenly become quiet, tearful, irritable, or complain of...
Your child asks for a sip of your coffee. Your middle schooler wants an energy drink before a game. Your teenager grabs a cold brew on the way to school. These moments are becoming more common, leaving many...
If you’ve ever brought your child to the doctor for an ear infection, strep throat or another bacterial infection, chances are they’ve been prescribed an antibiotic. But if you’ve taken them in for a...
Quick Answer: Does a Sports Physical Replace an Annual Checkup? No. A sports physical and an annual checkup are not the same thing. A sports physical determines whether a child or teen can safely participate in...
If you’ve noticed hazy skies or received an Air Quality Alert on your phone recently, you’re not imagining it. Smoke from ongoing Canadian wildfires has periodically affected air quality across New York this...