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Eating Disorders in Teenagers Are On the Rise During COVID-19. Here’s Why:

February 11, 2021

Whether it’s a canceled school play, a shortened football season, or a ban on sleepovers, the COVID-19 pandemic has upended teenagers’ lives. The upside-down world of COVID-19 can lead to serious mental and physical health consequences, such as eating disorders. Eating disorders affect how people view and deal with food, eating, and weight. Anyone can […]

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What’s a COVID-19 Variant?

February 9, 2021

Over the past few weeks, you may have heard words like “variant” and “UK strain” floating around the world of COVID-19 news. But what exactly do those words mean — and how could they affect your child? Simply put, variants are essentially new versions of a virus. Here are 4 things to know about COVID-19 […]

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5 Ways to Keep Your Child Physically Active This Winter

January 25, 2021

Whether it’s by playing a sport, participating in gym class, or even just running around the playground, physical activity is a critical part of your child’s growth and development. The physical benefits of regular activity — such as strengthening bones and muscles, and maintaining a healthy weight — are well known. But there are also […]

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Should I Rethink My Child’s Screen Time?

January 21, 2021

Get a full night of sleep. Read a book cover to cover. Fly from Omaha to Hawaii. Play entire games of basketball, soccer, volleyball, and football back to back. These are just a few of the things you can accomplish in nine hours. Unfortunately, some kids spend that much time in front of a screen, […]

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Canines, Cats, Coronavirus: Can My Child’s Furry Sibling Get COVID-19?

December 23, 2020

To say that 2020 has been a challenging year would be a bit of an understatement. In the midst of all of the stress, there’s nothing like getting some snuggles from your four-legged family member and letting them work their calming magic. And your child probably feels the same way. Since dogs and cats are […]

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3 Things We Can Expect From COVID-19 Vaccines in 2021

December 18, 2020

On March 6th, a 36-year-old woman in Omaha became the first Nebraskan with a confirmed case of COVID-19. Less than a year later, on December 11, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized the first COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use. And just one week later, Sandie — an overnight Respiratory Therapist — became the […]

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