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August 22, 2019

The facts about vaccines

Here are 5 good reasons to vaccinate your child.

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Talking with children about tragedy

How to listen, answer questions, and offer support and reassurance to kids …

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How to help your child with back-to-school anxiety

Mental preparation for the transition back to school is as important as …

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Understanding the importance of vaccinating your child

Vaccine hesitancy has become a global concern.

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Debunking breastfeeding myths

Misinformation about breastfeeding abounds. We’ve separated fact from fiction. …

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When breastfeeding doesn't come naturally

Learning to breastfeed can take patience and persistence. Kaiser Permanente …

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What to do when your baby has a fever

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Overcoming cultural barriers to reduce mental health stigma

Understanding why Latinos are less likely to seek treatment for mental …

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How can you tell if your kid’s rash is the measles?

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Prolonged sun exposure increases chance of skin cancer

Precautions are key to healthy skin and reducing your risk.

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Reducing mental illness stigma among African Americans

Nearly 50 Kaiser Permanente mental health clinicians and religious leaders …

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Hey, kid, where’s your helmet?

A spotlight on skateboarding injury prevention.

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