Children's Checkups and Immunizations

Keeping your kiddo healthy starts with good preventive care. Here’s what to know about routine checkups and immunizations.

Vaccines work so well, today parents worry little about the dangerous diseases they prevent. Here’s why shots are still important.

Overuse of antibiotics encourages drug resistant bacteria and can kill helpful microorganisms. Know when to say "no" to antibiotics.

Learn the conditions that require seeing an otolaryngologist – an ear, nose and throat doctor.

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