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Botulism Bulletin

Key points:  If your baby has consumed recalled formula and is acting normally, no ER visit is needed. Monitor carefully for symptoms of botulism.  Symptoms

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Understanding Anemia in Children

  Anemia is a common global health concern, especially among young children, pregnant and postpartum people, and menstruating teens and adults (World Health Organization [WHO],

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Acrocyanosis

Acrocyanosis comes from the Greek “akron,” meaning extremity, and “kyanos,” meaning blue. The term literally means “blue extremities” and is common in newborns after delivery

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West Nile Virus

West Nile virus (WNV) was first discovered in Uganda in 1937 and spread across Africa, Asia, Europe, and, eventually, the Americas. Healthcare providers first reported

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Travel Vaccines

Traveling with kids can be rewarding for families who value new adventures and experiences. It’s your opportunity to open their eyes to new situations, places,

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Traveling with Children

Traveling overseas with children can be both rewarding and challenging.  The logistics of bringing a child somewhere other than home can be a challenge.  Many

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Using Breast Milk for Eye Discharge

You may have heard that putting a few drops of breast milk into an infant’s eye can help with eye discharge. This idea has been

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Food Safety Concerns Amidst CDC Cutbacks

As of July 1, 2025, the CDC’s FoodNet program dramatically reduced its scope. Once responsible for monitoring eight major foodborne pathogens, FoodNet now tracks only two:

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Picky Eating vs. ARFID

Growing Healthy Together is now on Substack! Read more on Picky Eating vs. ARFID here.   Here’s a preview of the article:   Mealtimes with

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