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The school year is over and many students are waiting to hear about their grades. But there's one report card we should all pay attention to — and it has to do with how well we're following our prescriptions.
The flu vaccine is one vital part of reducing your risk of flu. But what if you're allergic to eggs, which are used to make flu vaccines? There's a new option for you.
When your kid is out biking, playing baseball or doing some other physical activity, you may worry about their safety, especially if he or she has a mental health condition.
Dr. Newman is a board certified pediatrician with Sanford Health, a clinical assistant professor of medicine at the University of North Dakota and a mother of three.
