All posts with subject: childrens-health
Friday, February 26, 2010
We’re helping the first lady tackle childhood obesity
Childhood obesity is a serious problem across our nation. Fortunately, help is coming, with the first lady herself joining the fight.
Michelle Obama was recently named honorary chair of the newly formed Partnership for a Healthier America. Founded by six leading foundations and [...]
Read full storyfiled in: Healthy Kids
subjects: bmi, childhood obesity, childrens-health, community service, community-health, exercise, first lady, healthy-habits, let's move, Michelle Obama, Obama, Partnership for a Healthier America
Thursday, January 14, 2010
What is BMI and how is it important to my child?
BMI stands for Body Mass Index, and it’s calculated from a person’s weight and height. BMI is a reliable indicator of health for most people, including children and teens.
Pediatrician Marla Abrolat, MD, says it is an important number that parents can use to gauge and help improve the health of [...]
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subjects: bmi, childrens-health, exercise
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Did You Know — H1N1
Did you know that infants—6 months and younger—cannot be vaccinated for the H1N1 flu? That’s why their caregivers should be vaccinated to protect them.
Learn who should be vaccinated for the H1N1 flu.
Read full storyfiled in: Thriving Communities
subjects: childrens-health, flu
Monday, November 30, 2009
Did You Know — H1N1
Did you know that younger children with H1N1 may be contagious for longer periods of time? Learn how to spot the symptoms and treat the H1N1 flu.
Read full storyfiled in: Healthy Kids
subjects: childrens-health, flu
