Tag Archives: Health

  We polled dental professionals from across the mid-Atlantic region to address common questions in pediatric oral care. Our final expert voice is Dr. Maria Cordero-Ricardo, who has helpful advice for parents on brushing teeth. Dr. Maria Cordero-Ricardo, DMD, MS, MPH | Philadelphia Pediatric Dentistry, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania   When are …

We polled dental professionals from across the mid-Atlantic region to address common questions in pediatric oral care. Our next expert voice is Dr. David Ross, providing insight on orthodontics.   Dr. David R. Ross, DDS, MS | David Ross Orthodontics, Baltimore County, Maryland   When should parents consider orthodontic treatment …

  It’s a question we parents ask ourselves all the time: “Is my child OK?” As parents, we know there are times when our children do not seem emotionally OK. For example, perhaps a toddler seems to be throwing tantrums more often and at decibel levels that surely can’t be …

  Children’s National Hospital on Wednesday, Nov. 3, gave its first round of COVID-19 vaccines to children ages 5 to 11 in the Washington, D.C. region. These vaccinations came just hours after the federal authorization of the vaccine for the 5- to 11-year-old age group. Children’s National was one of …

Four pediatric hospitals in the Baltimore-Washington area ranked among best in the region by US News & World Report.

Many parents are left wondering what they can — and can't — do this summer with their unvaccinated children.

The change is meant to foster inclusivity, says Tom Flis, behavioral services manager at Sheppard Pratt.

Dr. Arethusa Kirk, chief medical officer at UnitedHealthcare, also offers warning signs for parents.

Researchers have found that other vaccines may reduce COVID-19 symptoms and complications in children.

How to tell a migraine from a regular headache—and when to see a doctor.