Children’s Center - September 2018 Archives

Seth Bayles was overwhelmed when new acquaintance and fellow Steelers fan Dr. John Stulak gifted him with a football signed by quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. But ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that car crashes are a leading cause of death for children under 12. To help keep kids ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What is gaming disorder? How can you tell if a child might have this condition, rather than just being a kid who ...

Girls often face significant pressure to look attractive. The quest for a perfect body or appearance can take a heavy toll, though. Find out ...

As back-to-school routines fill calendars with homework and after-class activities, it may be tempting to skip family dinners. However, Kate Zeratsky, a Mayo Clinic dietitian, says ...

It's common for kids in the U.S. to get infected with enteroviruses in the summer and fall, says Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, a pediatric infectious ...

Pediatric brain tumors  There are many types of pediatric brain tumors. Some are noncancerous (benign), and some are cancerous (malignant). Treatment and prognosis depend on ...

Chewing gum can be a fun treat or a quick fix for bad breath. But, if swallowed, does it really get stuck in your stomach? ...

It’s normal for both adults and children to feel nervous once in a while. A little anxiety prior to an event like a presentation ...

In a recent report, the American Academy of Pediatrics stresses the importance of letting children play. They say unstructured play allows for proper development and ...