Accidents in the delivery room can lead to a lifetime of complications. What happens if a child is injured during birth? In this article, we’ll take a look at how often (and how) birth injuries occur. How Often Do Birth Injuries Happen? Birth injuries affect 6-8 of every 1,000 infants born in the United States. […]
Preventing Eye Injuries: Digital Eyestrain
August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, and school is back in session. It’s a good time to consider whether too much screen time may be harming your child’s visual development—and if it is, learn what you can do about it. Causes of Digital Eyestrain Ophthalmologists are reporting an increase in child patients who […]
School’s in Session! Here’s How to Help Your Kids Stay Safe
It’s hard to believe that it’s already the beginning of another school year. As the new academic term ramps up, life can get pretty busy. We’re rounding up some of our favorite school safety tips to share with the students in your life! Getting to School Distracted walking is a real danger, especially in a […]
Aspirin for Heart Attack Prevention: New Guidelines
A recent study conducted by Harvard University and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center brings the practice of taking aspirin daily for heart attack prevention into question. Millions of Americans take aspirin each day, with or without the recommendation of a medical professional. Daily Aspirin: Discuss With Your Doctor In fact, the study found that approximately […]
