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    Hablando con los adolescentes

    April 15, 2020, 00:00 AM by Dr. Natalie Royer

    A veces puede ser difícil comunicarse con los adolescentes. Es importante descubrir algunas formas clave de hablar sobre estas cosas con los adolescentes en su vida. Las siguientes son algunas sugerencias sobre cómo fomentar la comunicación abierta entre padres y adolescentes. Lo más importante para recordar es que la adolescencia es solo una fase.

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    Positive Thoughts for Stressful Times

    April 10, 2020, 14:00 PM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    Nobody can deny that these are extremely stressful times. In this Keeping Kids Healthy, you can find some suggestions that can help all of us, children and adults. Remember to take a step back and see if you can organize your day. Talk to your children. The fear produced by the pandemic is real. Managing this fear is important so as not to have overwhelming anxiety. As always reinforce healthy eating, healthy exercise, and safe practices. Recognize and complement each other in loving and positive ways. Be safe, and wash your hands.

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    Promoción de la resiliencia: Una guía para aumentar la armonía familiar

    April 10, 2020, 00:00 AM by Maylin Gerardo-Lopez & Dr. Patricia Beach

    El estrés es parte de nuestras vidas, especialmente para los padres durante estos tiempos difíciles. Los niños aprenden a sobrellevar los estresores observando lo que hacen sus padres. Enseñe a sus hijos cómo llevar su estrés en una dirección positiva. El estrés afecta las decisiones que hacemos día a día. Estas estrategias pueden ser útiles tanto para los padres como para sus hijos para crear conciencia sobre las experiencias desafiantes.

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    April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month.

    April 9, 2020, 17:13 PM by Patricia Beach, MD

    During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, we recommit to giving every child a chance to succeed and to ensuring that every child grows up in a safe, stable, and nurturing environment that is free from abuse and neglect. Many parents are out of work or working at home, sharing space with their children who need and deserve their attention. Although each situation is different, here is some guidance that may help. Stay healthy, and let's make great childhoods happen.

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    Dealing with Active Children

    April 9, 2020, 17:00 PM by Hannah Wilson O'Donohoe, MD

    Young children can be very active. This is hitting parents extra hard during this trying time of the COVID-19 pandemic with “stay at home” orders and homeschooling requirements. They need help managing their energy levels and you as their caregiver can help them! Although each situation is different, here is some guidance that may help. Stay healthy, and let's make great childhoods happen.

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    Vaccine Smarts - Making vaccine more difficult than Hollywood portrays

    April 8, 2020, 00:00 AM by DRS. MEGAN BERMAN AND RICHARD RUPP

    The Galveston County Daily News, April 8, 2020 In this week’s column, Megan Berman and Richard Rupp outline the process used to develop a new vaccine. Contrary to the way Hollywood portrays the process, it does not happen overnight.

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    7 Consejos para Enseñar a Los Niños Buen Contacto y Mal Contacto

    April 2, 2020, 17:13 PM by By Sara Medsker, DO

    Nos gustaría creer lo mejor de todos y que vivimos en un mundo con buenas intenciones. Es importante saber que los niños pueden estar expuestos al mal contacto. El abuso, y en particular el abuso sexual, es un tema difícil de discutir. Hemos compilado una lista de consejos y temas de discusión para ayudarlo a comenzar esta conversación con su hijo. Además, en este artículo hay consejos adicionales sobre cómo prevenir el abuso sexual de personas menores de edad.

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    How Do “Cold” Viruses Spread?

    April 2, 2020, 10:37 AM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    Bill Bryson’s book, The Body, has an interesting discussion about microbes, including cold viruses. At first, we thought all viruses caused disease, but we now know that of the hundreds of thousands of viruses reasonably supposed to exist. Viruses have survived for hundreds of millions of years. The most common of these viruses is the common cold. Washing your hands is critical to preventing the spread of the common cold. Learn more about this virus in this week’s Keeping Kids Healthy.

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    Tratar con niños activos

    April 2, 2020, 00:00 AM by Hannah Wilson O'Donohoe, MD

    Los niños pequeños pueden ser muy activos. Esto está afectando mucho a los padres durante este momento de la pandemia COVID-19 con órdenes de "quedarse en casa" y requisitos de educación en el hogar. ¡Los niños necesitan ayuda para controlar sus niveles de energía y usted, como su cuidador, puede ayudarlos! Aquí hay un artículo sobre las formas en que los padres pueden mantenerse tranquilos durante estos tiempos difíciles.

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    Abril es el mes nacional de prevención del abuso infantil.

    April 1, 2020, 17:13 PM by Patricia Beach, MD

    Durante el Mes Nacional de Prevención del Abuso Infantil, nos comprometemos a brindarle a cada niño la oportunidad de tener éxito y a garantizar que cada niño crezca en un ambiente seguro, estable y acogedor que esté libre de abuso y negligencia. Muchos padres no tienen trabajo o trabajan en casa, compartiendo espacio con sus hijos que necesitan y merecen su atención. Aunque cada situación es diferente, aquí hay algunas pautas que pueden ayudar. Manténgase saludable y hagamos realidad una infancia feliz para nuestros hijos.

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    COVID-19 UTMB Health & Resources

    March 27, 2020, 16:14 PM by Department of Pediatrics

    UTMB Health has developed a website as a resource dedicated to sharing accurate information about Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). Also find useful links to external sources for the latest information on this new disease threat. Please explore these pages to inform yourself, minimize risks and if needed, get care for COVID-19.

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    Homebound with the kids?

    March 26, 2020, 14:51 PM by UTMB Pediatrics

    Here are some things parents can do to encourage learning from home. Keep checking for updates to the list. Want to share a resource, email us at utmbpedi@utmb.edu.

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    Talking with Children About COVID-19

    March 25, 2020, 13:38 PM by UTMB Pediatrics

    Let's not forget that just like adults, our children may have anxiety and also receive news and information continuously. Children are observant and notice the cues of those around them. This article provides advice on how you can support your child(ren) while practicing social separation. #StayHealthy #homebound

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    How To Talk To Kids About Coronavirus

    March 19, 2020, 09:48 AM by UTMB Pediatrics

    Let's not forget that just like adults, our children may have anxiety and also receive news and information continuously. Practicing healthy coping skills can help kids and adults deal with stress and anxiety. Dr. Jeff Temples speaks to the Texas Standard on being honest and sharing accurate information with children.

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    Sound Sleep

    March 2, 2020, 16:36 PM by UTMB Pediatrics

    Sleep is important for children (or, for that matter, for everyone). Poor sleep in infants and young children can be a source of significant family discord. Your child loves to spend time with you, but a routine is essential. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests building a regular bedtime routine that can ease conflict. Here are some tips for all ages.

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    What is a virus?

    March 2, 2020, 09:51 AM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    Viruses are about a thousand times smaller than bacteria. Scientists are continually working to understand how these tiny particles get transmitted, reproduce, make the host cell sick, how they infect one host cell and not another and how to prevent and to treat infections. Right now, the world is concerned about the development of a new virus, 2019 Novel Coronavirus. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid exposure. Read full article.

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    Burning Questions - #Child Safety

    February 28, 2020, 00:00 AM by UTMB Pediatrics

    One of the huge challenges of parenthood is trying to keep your child safe. Children under the age of 6 years are at the highest risk because they do not understand the consequences of touching something hot such as a heated stove-top or steaming hot water from a faucet. Even the most vigilant parent can be briefly distracted. In a brief moment, a toddler can be accidentally injured. Read the full article by Drs. Beach and O'Donohoe.

  • Helping Children to Turn Off Screens

    February 28, 2020, 00:00 AM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children younger than 18-24 months not be exposed to digital media with the exception of video-chat and that children 2-5 years have no more than one hour of screen time per day. Why is the turning off so difficult? Dr. Dimitri Christakis explains that the intense sounds, colors and rapid movement of digital content can make it more immersive and entrancing than the real world and more difficult to disengage.

  • Vaccine Smarts - Learning vaccine lessons from a Samoan tragedy

    February 25, 2020, 00:00 AM by DRS. MEGAN BERMAN AND RICHARD RUPP

    Vaccine Smarts – Learning vaccine lessons from a Samoan tragedy The Galveston County Daily News, February 26, 2020 This week, Megan Berman and Richard Rupp look at lessons learned from the recent measles outbreak in Samoa. Over 5,700 people were stricken with measles and 87 died of the infection.

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    Causeway Galveston

    February 24, 2020, 15:05 PM by Beth Auslander, PhD, MS

    As a community, how can we come together to provide essential life skills for our youth? Galveston ISD, Family Service Center of Galveston County, Teen Health Center, and UTMB’s Center for Violence Prevention, bring expertise and resources together through an initiative called Causeway Galveston. Learn more about Causeway Galveston and see how they help create a supportive culture that empowers youth to thrive in our community.

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