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Information for parents and caregivers
July, 2010
Aah, sunny skies and warm weather -- it's time to enjoy the great outdoors! Here's how to do it safely.
General Health
Woods and Camping Safety for the Whole Family
A family camping trip can be an enjoyable experience with a little preparation.
Evaluate Your Child's Lyme Disease Risk
Does the threat of Lyme disease make you think your kids would be safer in your living room than in the great outdoors? Find out how to evaluate the risk.
Instruction Sheets
Check out these printable sheets to help you handle common childhood emergencies and less serious, but still scary, situations.
Elementary Schoolers
Allowance Basics
An allowance can be a great way to teach kids money management skills. Here's how to get started.
Dehydration
Kids can lose fluids and salts through fever, diarrhea, vomiting, or long periods of exercise with excessive sweating. Read this article for tips on treating dehydration.
For Kids: Medical Tests and Procedures (Video Landing Page)
Your child can watch these videos to find out how 10 common medical tests are done.
See you next month!
Important Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
Content last updated July 15, 2010
