#pediatrics
Vape exposures in young children surge 243 percent, study finds
A new study has found a sharp rise in electronic cigarette-related exposures among young children, highlighting growing public health concerns despite declining incidents involving traditional tobacco products. The research, published in JAMA Network Open, analyzed data from the National Poison Data System and reviewed more than 92,000 reported nicotine exposures involving children aged 5 and younger between 2016 and 2023. According to the findings, exposures linked to e-cigarettes an
Vape exposures in young children surge 243 percent, study finds
A new study has found a sharp rise in electronic cigarette-related exposures among young children, highlighting growing public health concerns despite declining incidents involving traditional tobacco products. The research, published in JAMA Network Open, analyzed data from the National Poison Data System and reviewed more than 92,000 reported nicotine exposures involving children aged 5 and younger between 2016 and 2023. According to the findings, exposures linked to e-cigarettes an
Lurie Children’s opens new outpatient center in Schaumburg with expanded services
A major new addition to pediatric healthcare in the Chicago suburbs has officially opened its doors. Lurie Children’s has unveiled a 75,000 square-foot outpatient center in Schaumburg, designed to expand access to specialized care for children and families living in the northwest suburbs. Located at 1895 Arbor Glen Boulevard, the facility began welcoming patients this week and is expected to serve as a central hub for a wide variety of children’s health services. The new
Lurie Children’s opens new outpatient center in Schaumburg with expanded services
A major new addition to pediatric healthcare in the Chicago suburbs has officially opened its doors. Lurie Children’s has unveiled a 75,000 square-foot outpatient center in Schaumburg, designed to expand access to specialized care for children and families living in the northwest suburbs. Located at 1895 Arbor Glen Boulevard, the facility began welcoming patients this week and is expected to serve as a central hub for a wide variety of children’s health services. The new
Food Phobia in Kids: Causes and Simple Solutions
What is food phobia? Food phobia is an intense fear or strong refusal of certain foods. It can look like crying, gagging, panic at mealtimes, or insisting on only a few safe foods. It’s common in young children and often improves with calm, consistent help. Common causes Some kids develop fears after a scary experience such as choking, gagging, or vomiting. Sensory sensitivity to texture, smell, or
Food Phobia in Kids: Causes and Simple Solutions
What is food phobia? Food phobia is an intense fear or strong refusal of certain foods. It can look like crying, gagging, panic at mealtimes, or insisting on only a few safe foods. It’s common in young children and often improves with calm, consistent help. Common causes Some kids develop fears after a scary experience such as choking, gagging, or vomiting. Sensory sensitivity to texture, smell, or
Dealing With Vaccine Gaps After Moving From India
When families move from India to another country, one of the challenges parents face is keeping their child’s vaccination schedule on track. Different countries follow different immunization guidelines, and this can sometimes lead to vaccine gaps. For NRI parents, understanding how to bridge these gaps is important for ensuring their child’s health and meeting the requirements of schools, daycares, and local healthcare systems. In India, the vaccination schedule is more
Dealing With Vaccine Gaps After Moving From India
When families move from India to another country, one of the challenges parents face is keeping their child’s vaccination schedule on track. Different countries follow different immunization guidelines, and this can sometimes lead to vaccine gaps. For NRI parents, understanding how to bridge these gaps is important for ensuring their child’s health and meeting the requirements of schools, daycares, and local healthcare systems. In India, the vaccination schedule is more
Children with cancer enjoy fun-filled day at megamall through special summer camp
More than 100 children facing cancer and other life-threatening conditions were treated to a magical day of fun and excitement at a major indoor entertainment mall this week, thanks to a special summer camp that is dedicated to bringing joy and relief to young patients and their families. The outing offered a rare opportunity for the children to experience carefree moments filled with laughter, games, treats, and connection with their peers—all within a safe, medically supervised environme
Children with cancer enjoy fun-filled day at megamall through special summer camp
More than 100 children facing cancer and other life-threatening conditions were treated to a magical day of fun and excitement at a major indoor entertainment mall this week, thanks to a special summer camp that is dedicated to bringing joy and relief to young patients and their families. The outing offered a rare opportunity for the children to experience carefree moments filled with laughter, games, treats, and connection with their peers—all within a safe, medically supervised environme









