Exercise Tips for Heart Health
February is American Heart Month. Now is a great time to think about your child’s cardiovascular health. Regular exercise is a crucial part of...
Preventing Emergency Room Injuries
Getting hurt is a part of childhood, but it’s essential to prevent serious injuries in children. Parents can take several steps — in the...
Dental Details: Q&A with Dr. Virts
Dr. Michael Virts, DDS
Mount Airy Children’s Dental Associates
Frederick County, Maryland
What causes cavities in children’s baby teeth?
Bacteria causes cavities. The bacteria eat the sugar...
How to Have a Heart Healthy Diet
February is American Heart Month. Now is a great time to think about your child’s cardiovascular health. Eating a well-rounded diet, is one important...
Keep That Dental Appointment
Letting your kids skip a shower or allowing them to wear the same clothes two or more days straight are hygiene practices that usually...
Worried About Head Lice? Learn How to Prevent and Treat Infestations This Winter
Lice. Just reading the word can send shivers down a parent’s spine.
However, lice infestations in children are relatively common. According to estimates from the...
What’s in a smile? Learn About the Faces Behind Moebius Syndrome
Pediatric neurologist Carl E. Stafstrom remembers his first experience with Moebius syndrome was with a child’s mother. She had the tell-tale signs: a drooping...
U.S. Surgeon General Advisory Warns Against Ignoring Youth Mental Health Crisis
First, the good news: Mental illness in children and adolescents is often treatable and preventable.
Unfortunately, the mental health of our country’s youth is in...
How to Support Your Family’s Immune System This Cold and Flu Season
While you continue to take precautions to keep your kids safe from COVID-19, you should know that we are in the midst of cold...
Healthier Halloween Goodies
Halloween candy by the bagful abounds on supermarket shelves at this time of year. While kids love the abundance of sweets, parents concerned about...
