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Warning signs of bullying
Putting a Stop to It Before It Causes the Most Damage When children complain about a headache or stomachache, parents may seek immediate relief with over-the-counter painkillers or antacids. But
Replacing candy with better-for-you snacks
Healthy Options Headed for Local School Vending Machines Fat-free and soy yogurts, granola bars, fruit and grain bars, and soy crisps may become standard fare at some Polk County public
Healthy Cook: 5 school lunch ideas to satisfy kids’ hunger
School lunches have come a long way since I was a boy.If you didn’t go home for lunch, you brought a brown bag with a peanut butter and jam sandwich
PCMA Letter: One of the hottest months in Florida
Besides the fact that school starts up this month, August is also notoriously known as one of our hottest months of the year! This is important to note for our
Pop Quiz: Finding your child’s fitness level
Do you know activity level your child should be at and what are the best kid-approved activities? We all know that we need to get in shape and stay in
Beware of ACA scams
As of October 1 until March 31, 2014, uninsured residents will be able to go to a federal website to shop for insurance plans and coverage under the Affordable
5 reasons your child should see a pediatric dentist before school starts
At the start of a new school year, it’s common practice for parents to schedule routine physicals, which include vision and hearing testing. What should also be added to back-to-school
Signs and Symptoms: Helping a child with ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a health condition that can disrupt behavior and impair learning. Central Florida Health News talked about ADHD with Dr. George C. Winny, a board
