Parenting
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CDC removes language that says healthy kids and pregnant women should get COVID shots
May 30, 2025 6:17 pm - The nation’s top public health agency posted new recommendations that say healthy children and pregnant women may get COVID-19 vaccinations, removing stronger language that those groups should get the shots.
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Social media, body image and self-esteem: What’s the connection?May 28, 2025 5:00 am - Ever since social media burst on the scene in the early 2000s, parents and health experts have worried about the potential impact on kids, particularly those in their early teens. Now researchers are asking how the curated content kids see online makes them feel about themselves.
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Kennedy says COVID vaccines no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women
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How to protect yourself from mosquito bites
May 22, 2025 10:42 pm - The start of summer often brings the sounds of happy people enjoying the outdoors. Another sound is not so pleasant — the buzz of mosquitoes heralding a day of swatting and itching. See how the experts say you can keep the mosquitoes at bay.
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Families of disabled children frequently struggle to pay medical bills
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Summer safety for kidsMay 22, 2025 9:29 pm - Soon school will be out for summer. That means schedules and activities will change and your child may be exposed to more risks. While you make plans to enjoy the outdoors with your family this summer, keep these safety tips in mind.
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Early signs of neurological disorders in infantsMay 22, 2025 8:52 pm - When babies are very young, their brains are growing fast. That’s why it’s important for parents to know what signs might indicate that something is off. Sometimes, neurological disorders impacting a baby’s brain, nerves or spinal cord can affect how a baby moves, learns or interacts with others.
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Prioritizing safety while road tripping this summerMay 16, 2025 3:20 pm - Traveling with a baby or small child is no easy feat for any parent. Between packing and planning, parents sometimes forget some important safety measures to protect their child. Before your next road trip this summer, it’s a good idea to have these tips in mind to keep your family safe.
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‘It’s just so beautiful’: Gail Borden Library in Elgin unveils newly reimagined KidSpaceMay 13, 2025 1:26 pm - The Gail Borden Public Library unveiled its newly reimagined KidSpace area on Tuesday in Elgin.
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What to know about Medicare and mental health careMay 09, 2025 2:16 am - About 15% of people over the age of 60 experience depression or anxiety disorders, which can damage quality of life and even shorten lifespan because of substance abuse or other unhealthy behaviors. Learn how Medicare covers treatment and medications.