Each year, influenza kills more people in the U.S. than all other vaccine-preventable diseases combined. For the 2008-2009 flu season, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Academy of Pediatrics have expanded the recommendation for flu …
Asthma and allergies are the most common chronic childhood diseases. Asthma affects nearly 5 million American children, while allergies affect about 50 million. Many children with asthma miss out on school, sports, and other childhood activities. It is important for …
Whether your family’s summer vacation includes driving to the Jersey Shore or flying to Disneyworld, traveling with kids can be a challenge. The Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper offers a few tips to help you have a wonderful time:
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In accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper offers these pool safety tips for children:
It’s spring and we’re all spending more time outdoors. The Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper hopes you and your family enjoy the sunshine while taking a few extra precautions to protect little ones, whether in a park or in your …
Hundreds of thousands of children are seriously injured in bicycle falls each year, with more than 600 fatalities occurring annually. The Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper offers parents these bicycle-buying and bicycle-safety tips to help protect your children this bike-riding …
With the spring cleaning season upon us, The Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper offers these tips to help you keep your home safe for children:
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As we’re waiting for the spring thaw, the dark days of winter can take their toll on our patience. Cold temperatures and the decrease in natural sunlight not only limit playtime options, but can also zap the energy and tolerance …
With the holiday shopping season now in full swing, the Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper encourages you to shop for safe, age-appropriate toys for the children on your holiday gift list.
Here are some important toy safety tips to keep …
The Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper wishes you and your family a hauntingly happy Halloween, and we encourage children of all ages to be careful when taking to the trick-or-treat trail. Because most injuries happen to youngsters while they’re walking …