Children’s Health – October E-Newsletter

Is my child overscheduled?

As the school year begins, so do the extra activities. Learn how to watch for signs of burnout in your child. Read more and listen to the podcast.

Should teen athletes take sports supplements?

Many sports supplements promise to boost athletic performance, but they can carry risk for youth. A dietitian from Children’s Health explains dangers like contamination and lack of research.

What you need to know about microplastics

Here’s what you need to know about microplastics and how they can disrupt a child’s

endocrine system, plus eight ways to minimize risk of exposure. Read more.

How to stay safe on Halloween

This popular fall holiday is right around the corner. Here are 10 trick-or-treat safety tips from the Children’s Health Injury Prevention Team.

New for nurses!

Read more in this flyer about Children’s Health Clinical Nurse Liaisons who can help coordinate your patient’s visit to our Emergency Department.

For parents: Children’s Health Symptom Checker

As we enter cold/flu season, are you unsure when to see a doctor, and when to treat symptoms at home? Use this free digital tool from Children’s Health to determine next steps in your child’s care.