In accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper offers these pool safety tips for children:
- A swimming pool can be very dangerous for children. If possible, do not put a swimming pool in your
Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper Joins National Network
The Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper has been accepted into the National Association of Children’s Hospitals and Related Institutions (NACHRI).
NACHRI is a nonprofit association devoted to the well-being of America’s 70 million children and their families, no matter how …
Buy the Right Bike for Your Child’s Safety
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 …
Does Your Child Need Help with Reading?
Research shows that up to 40 percent of children in the United States have problems learning to read. Since 1995, the Cooper Learning Center has helped thousands of children learn to read—and has changed their lives.
As a division of …
Time is Prevention: Know the Signs of Stroke
In observance of Stroke Awareness Month (May), Cooper University Hospital reminds you that stroke – or “brain attack” – is a medical emergency that requires prompt and immediate action. If you suspect a stroke, don’t wait. Call 911 immediately.
Stroke …
Keep Your Kids, and Yourself, Safe This Spring in the Yard and Around Pets
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 …
Calorie-Restricted Diets Under Study
In 1934, scientists observed that lab rats fed a calorie-restricted diet had twice the lifespan of other rats. Those observations, reported the following year, launched a line of inquiry that continues to intrigue scientists today.
Now, more than 70 years …
Chart Your Course for Heart Health
You can learn a lot about your heart with a few simple numbers. When you know what numbers indicate a strong, healthy heart, you can set goals to reduce your risk for heart disease and stroke. The American Heart Association …
How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep
Feeling sluggish and irritable during the day? It could be you aren’t getting enough sleep. Work, household chores, family responsibilities, social obligations and all of the many errands and appointments waiting to be crossed off our “to-do” lists can make …
How to Reduce IBS Symptoms
The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse offers these tips to help IBS sufferers control their symptoms:…