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    Exercise is a Very Important Part of Health

    November 1, 2024, 11:45 AM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    The treatment is that is best is lifestyle change: cutting back on processed sugars and fats and increasing daily exercise. If fatty liver is not treated it can lead to scarring and eventually to liver failure. It is the most common cause of liver transplants in adults.

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    The Importance of Reading Part 3 of a 3 part series

    October 23, 2024, 00:00 AM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    All reading is good reading. Let children know that reading is great no matter what they are interested in. It can be fiction, biographies, children’s magazines, comic books or even a cookbook. Having books within reach makes it more likely that they will pick up one and read. Reading is fundamental for success. Shared reading is great experience not only reading but for building family relationships.

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    The Importance of Reading Part 2 of a 3 part series

    October 16, 2024, 00:00 AM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    Dyslexia is NOT one size fits all. Having dyslexia does not reflect a person’s intelligence. As many as 1 in 5 children in the US have dyslexia and it does run in families. It is a disorder in the complicated neural circuits necessary for reading. Due to the complexity of reading it is not possible to diagnose dyslexia with a single test. Reading specialists will have to test each child to find out what the specific needs are and determine the best way to help them.

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    Mental Health Problems on the Rise for Today's Teens

    October 15, 2024, 17:06 PM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    We live in troubled times! Today’s teenagers are having an especially hard time with an increased incidence of mental illness seemingly linked to the pandemic and to social media

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    The Importance of Reading Part 1 of a 3 part series

    October 11, 2024, 14:18 PM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    The pathways for language and cognition are not as efficient and established so the work of reading is harder. It is harder for child readers not previously exposed to the squiggly lines and their sounds (phonics) as they have not been able to use the neural pathways needed.

  • Protecting children from AI

    September 30, 2024, 00:00 AM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    The growth of AI has been so rapid that U.S. legislation has not been able to keep up protecting children.

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    Please support Parents and Caregivers in reducing Stress

    September 27, 2024, 09:28 AM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    We can all reach out and offer support to parents and caregivers on a regular basis. There are lifeline resources such as the suicide and crisis lifeline (988). There is a Parent Support Network (mhanational.org/mental-health-resources-parents) that provide free local and online support meetings for any parent or guardian.

  • Flea Dirt Illnesses can Harm your Family

    September 3, 2024, 00:00 AM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    Let your doctor know if you or your family have been exposed to flea dirt and have the above symptoms and are not responding to the usual treatments.

  • Less Screen time and More Family time

    August 22, 2024, 13:57 PM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    All family members need good nutrition, adequate sleep, physical activity (1 hour), and time away from media.  If time with media is taking time away from these healthy activities it may be time to develop a “family media plan”.

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    How Intestines Impact People

    August 22, 2024, 12:26 PM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    Water is the most vital of human’s macronutrients. Without water we die and quickly.

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    When should Drooling Cause Concern

    July 26, 2024, 09:49 AM by UTMB Pediatrics

    When should a parent or caregiver be worried about drooling? If an ill child with a sore throat has excessive drooling and difficulty breathing call 911 immediately as it may be a life-threatening emergency called epiglottis. Thanks to vaccines this is less common today.

  • Storm Preparedness for Everyone - even the Littles

    July 19, 2024, 10:06 AM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    Each disastrous event is different but including children in the planning for and then the review of their plan will make things better for everyone. Remember practice makes perfect.

  • Travel Tips for Stress-Free Family Travel

    July 12, 2024, 14:34 PM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    In healthy children.org there is a recent update on travel tips for stress-free family travel. Most families travel by car and the first rule is always use a car seat even in rental cars or taxis.

  • Post-Smile

    Baby Teeth Develop in the Fetus

    July 12, 2024, 00:00 AM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    Once the first tooth has erupted it should be brush twice a day with a baby tooth brush and a grain of rice size fluoride toothpaste. After age three, a pea size amount of toothpaste can be used. Adults should help until about age 7-8 years or when the child can write their name well.

  • Pesticides are Poison

    July 8, 2024, 00:00 AM by Dr. Sally Robinson

    It actually means a chemical used to kill harmful animals or plants. The problem is that the chemical doesn’t know which animal or plant is harmful. After all, the chemical was created to kill not to think.

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    Fluoride is in Community Water

    July 4, 2024, 10:39 AM by UTMB Pediatrics

    The current recommendation is that communities adjust fluoride levels to 0.7 milligrams per liter of water.

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