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Safety Tips for the Fourth of July

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Why Your Child Should Get the COVID Vaccine

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Myths and Facts about Heavy Metals in Baby Food

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February 11, 2021 at 11:59 AM

Burn Safety and Prevention

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February 4, 2021 at 11:59 AM

Does Your Child Really Have a Penicillin Allergy?

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January 28, 2021 at 11:59 AM

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Answers to Your Questions about the COVID-19 Vaccine

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January 14, 2021 at 12:59 PM

Talking to Your Child about Civil Unrest and Violence

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January 7, 2021 at 11:59 AM

Giving Back by Donating Blood

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December 31, 2020 at 11:59 AM

Making Family New Year's Resolutions

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December 24, 2020 at 11:59 AM

Keeping Your Family Safe When Someone Has COVID-19

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Eight Tips for a Healthy Holiday Season

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December 10, 2020 at 11:59 AM

COVID and Suicidal Thoughts in Children and Teens

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December 3, 2020 at 11:59 AM

Headaches and Online Learning

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November 26, 2020 at 11:59 AM

Celebrating the Holidays During the Pandemic

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Epilepsy 101

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November 12, 2020 at 11:59 AM

Debunking Diabetes Myths

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November 5, 2020 at 12:59 PM

Preparing Your Child for a COVID-19 Test

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What Sports are Safe to do During the Pandemic?

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October 22, 2020 at 10:59 AM

Advice on Safe Sleeping for Your Baby

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October 15, 2020 at 10:59 AM

Celebrating Halloween During the Pandemic

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October 8, 2020 at 10:59 AM

When Should I Introduce Solids To My Baby?

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October 1, 2020 at 10:59 AM

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September 24, 2020 at 10:59 AM

The Flu Shot and the Fight Against COVID-19

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September 17, 2020 at 10:59 AM

How to Protect Your Child's Eyes and Ears During Online Learning

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September 10, 2020 at 10:59 AM

Suicide Prevention

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September 3, 2020 at 11:59 AM

Mindfulness for Kids and Teens

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August 28, 2020 at 10:59 AM

Back to School: Upcoming Webinars from Children's National

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August 27, 2020 at 10:59 AM

Tips for Successful Distance Learning

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August 20, 2020 at 10:59 AM

Breastfeeding Benefits, Tips and Advice

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August 18, 2020 at 8:01 PM

WEBINAR: Empowering Adult Anchors: Addressing Teacher Apprehension

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August 13, 2020 at 11:59 AM

Could Prolonged Isolation Hurt Your Child's Immune System?

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August is National Immunization Awareness Month

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Staying Healthy and Active at Home

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