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When adults get a cough or the sniffles, they often reach for over-the-counter cough and cold medicines to help with their cold symptoms. But these products are not safe for young children and the FDA has advised against using them for children under age two.

Every day, news reports detail tragedies involving children and teens who have lost their lives as a result of suicide or violent outbursts from their peers.

Each year, thousands of kids are treated in emergency rooms because they swallowed a medication they shouldn’t have. Often, these medications belong to an adult and a child gets into them because they aren’t stored safely.

A doctor’s job is not only to treat people when they’re sick, but also to guide patients with advice to keep them healthy and safe. For kids, this advice is given regularly at well-child visits and can cover topics ranging from nutrition and sleep to car seats and when to visit the dentist.

As part of an ongoing effort to fight obesity, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced a plan last May to limit the serving size of sodas and other sugary beverages sold in restaurants, delis, movie theaters, and sporting events to 16 ounces.

Childhood obesity has been among the top health problems facing kids in the U.S. for the past several years, sparking many intervention efforts.

Bullying was among the top five health concerns for kids in the U.S. in 2012 and also made the list of the top priorities for presidential candidates to address.

In the digital age, ratings and reviews are an easy way for people to research products and services. Rating websites are available for restaurants, movies, books – and even doctors.

We’re excited to announce that our 2012 Annual Report is now available! This brief report shows some of last year’s highlights, including all 12 NPCH Report topics, an overview of major media coverage, and a snapshot of our outreach to legislators and other organizations.

Parents face an important decision when it comes to choosing a doctor to care for their children. There are many factors to consider: from the doctor’s training and experience to insurance coverage and office location. But where do parents turn for information to help them make this choice?