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Stress Relief for Students
For kids heading back to school, it can be an exciting time, and also a little scary. With so many unknowns, children can experience added stress. We’re here to help!
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What You Need to Know About the Measles Outbreak
The U.S. is experiencing the greatest number of reported cases of measles since the disease was declared eliminated in 2000, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Pediatrician Elizabeth Musil, MD, explains how you can protect your child from measles.
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Switching from Breast Milk or Formula to Whole Milk
We had a great question last week on how to transition from breast milk to whole milk. Whether you’re using breast or formula, we recommend introducing whole milk around 12 months of age.
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Six Stress-Busting Tips for Teachers
Back to school is exciting, but let’s face it, it can also be stressful. Isaac Johnston, MD, a family medicine physician at Olathe Health Family Medicine – Blackfoot, has six stress-busting tips to get you through the school year.
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Back-to-School: Easy as 1-2-3
Transitioning into a school-year routine can be stressful for families. Dr. Amanda Sommerville, an Olathe Health pediatrician and internal medicine specialist, has some tips to help ease everyone back into fall.
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What You Should Know About the New Colon Cancer Screening Recommendations
The American Cancer Society recently recommended individuals at average risk for colorectal cancer get screened earlier. Ashok Attaluri, MD, a gastroenterologist with Olathe Health GI Specialists, explains the reason for the new recommendation and answers other commonly asked questions.
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Summer Safety Tips
Summer is almost here, which means lots of new fun. It’s a great time to refresh your memory on summer safety tips for kids as you spend the days outside, in the water and on vacation!
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Fevers: How high is too high? How to treat your child’s fever and when to see their pediatrician.
A fever is any body temperature greater than 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit. Fevers are very common in children, are generally a sign of a healthy immune system trying to fight an infection and are very rarely dangerous for a child. In fact, only temperatures greater than 109 degrees F can cause damage to a person’s body.
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Are Ear Tubes in Your Child’s Future?
David K. Hill, MD, is one of Olathe Medical Center’s Ear, Nose and Throat (Otolaryngology) doctors. See his answers to common questions parents have about ear tubes for their children.
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Signs of Heart Attack in Women
Women often experience different heart attack symptoms than men. According to the American Heart Association, women may have one or more of the following symptoms.
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