Pediatrics

5 Things You Need to Know About Sickle Cell Disease

Sickle cell disease is a genetic blood disorder that is painful and potentially lethal. But it’s also curable. Here’s what you need to know.

Men’s Health, Pediatrics, Wellness, Women’s Health

Does Sun Protection Clothing Really Work?

You’ve likely seen countless retailers advertising clothing and bathing suits made from fabric that protects you from the sun. Do they really work?

Pediatrics

Does Your Child Have Digestive Issues?

Good gastric health is critical for child development. Here’s when to worry and what to do.

Pediatrics

5 Ways to Calm Your Child’s Nerves About Surgery

Is your child nervous about an upcoming surgery? Here are five ways to help calm their nerves and put them at ease.

Parenting, Pediatrics

How Do I Speak With My Child About Race?

The process to observe, understand, accept and appreciate differences in race, religion, gender and sexuality varies tremendously between people.

COVID-19, Parenting, Pediatrics

Should Kids Wear Masks? Here’s What To Know

Aswine Bal, M.D., a pediatric infectious disease specialist at Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health, explains when a child should wear a mask and why it’s important.

COVID-19, Pediatrics

Coronavirus and Kids: Symptoms and Who’s at Risk

Less commonly reported symptoms that have manifested in children include body aches, sore throat, headache and diarrhea.

COVID-19, Pediatrics

Multi-system Inflammatory Syndrome & Its Possible Link to COVID-19 in Children

Affected children have symptoms that are seen in other severe systemic illnesses including Kawasaki disease, toxic shock syndrome, and bacterial sepsis, among others.

COVID-19, Parenting, Pediatrics

Breastfeeding Advice During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Here is what you need to know about how to protect your baby and yourself from COVID-19 while breastfeeding.

Behavioral Health, COVID-19, Parenting, Pediatrics

Ways to Help Kids Cope with Coronavirus Fears

How do we help our youngsters cope with emotions surrounding the pandemic, not just now but moving forward? Our experts offer several tips.