By Veronica Smith, MD
Through the years, you’ve watched your children grow. You’ve seen them through their first day of school, first recital, school dance, and other firsts. And now you face the prospect of handing them the keys to a car. A driver’s license is often seen as a rite of passage as teens become more independent and enter young adulthood. It is both an exciting and sometimes scary time for parents and teenagers.
By Emily Hahn, DDS
A smile is one of the most important things your child will ever wear, but that smile is at risk of getting injured if your child plays sports. Studies have found that around 32 percent of all facial/dental traumas are sports related. Unfortunately, those dental injuries are not simple fixes for a dentist, and not only do these injuries cause pain, but also the lifetime cost of a severely injured tooth —not teeth — can be as much as $20,000. Luckily, there are things you can do to prevent these injuries (and expenses).
St. Luke’s is hosting a free informative event for new and expecting parents Thursday, April 25, from 5-8 p.m.! St. Luke’s Mom and Baby Expo is designed to help parents in pregnancy planning through the transition to parenthood.
Chilly air, low humidity, and indoor heating can strip your skin of its natural moisture - leaving it dry, flaky, and sometimes even painful. However, with the right care and attention, you can keep your skin smooth and hydrated throughout the colder months. Here are some essential tips to help you combat dry skin during the winter months. Dermatologist Dr. Anna Clark gives us the run down.
Mammograms can detect breast cancer early, before it can be physically felt. A yearly mammogram screening is a crucial part of early detection. Think it’s not a big deal to skip your annual mammogram? St. Luke's Hospital has five reasons why you shouldn’t.
By Jamie Kondis, MD
These simple tips can help keep your children safe while sledding, snowboarding and skiing this season. Plus, how to spot the signs of frostnip, frostbite and hypothermia — and what to do if you suspect your kids have them.
By Bryanne Colvin, MD
As we head into the cold weather months, there are many things to remember when caring for your infant or newborn that are different from the warm weather months. Here are some winter weather tips for home and while you are on the go.
Raising a strong-willed child requires careful and creative parenting to navigate hard moments. Here are five tips to help turn the tension of raising a strong-willed child into joy.
When an everyday food, especially a healthy one, becomes your body’s enemy, the results can be devastating. Each year, life-threatening reactions to a food allergen result in 30,000 emergency room visits, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
By Trina Blythe, MD
Every year there are new ghouls and goblins out trick or treating. You can help keep your scary monster safe by checking in with these safety tips.