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Pitch Perfect: Monitoring Your Athlete's Throwing Frequency

Is your baseball player throwing too many pitches? A St. Louis Children’s Hospital physical therapist provides throw count recommendations for ...

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Top Five Ways To Easily Transition From Winter to Spring

Making minor adjustments now will help your family easily transition from winter to spring while staying healthy and active. ...

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Help Your Kids Stay Motivated in School and Avoid a 'Spring Slump'

The ‘Spring Slump’ is real. Help your child stay focused and motivated in school before summer break. ...

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What Is Chroming, and How Can You Protect Your Kids from This Dangerous Trend?

Chroming is a growing trend where teens inhale aerosol fumes for a quick high, putting their health at serious risk ...

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Healthy Kids Express Pediatric Outreach Program Receives $38 Million Gift

Mobile health units provide health care to children throughout St. Louis. ...

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St. Louis Children’s Hospital 2024 Advocacy Award Winners Announced

Jon Patterson, MD, Missouri State Representative and Speaker of the House, and Leanne White, EdS are committed to bettering communities ...

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MomDocs give advice on staying sane during the holidays

Physicians at St. Louis Children’s Hospital share their favorite holiday traditions and share tips for staying sane during school break. ...

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How to prevent loneliness in teens

How can you help your teen avoid experiencing this social isolation? Watch out for these three things. ...

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Health benefits of green spaces for kids

Brains of all ages benefit from access to nature. ...