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Vegan Nutrition

Many of our GHT patients and families have adopted a vegan lifestyle for themselves and their children. Choosing a vegan diet can be a positive

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Nosebleeds

Nosebleeds are common, especially during the drier parts of the year.  However, they are usually benign and easy to treat at home.  Most nosebleeds easily

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Thrush

Thrush is an oral yeast infection caused by a Candida fungus. This fungus exists in and around most of us, however, usually only in small

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Oral Rehydration Therapy

Oral Rehydration Therapy (ORT) is used for replenishing fluids and electrolytes in dehydrated patients. There are many different ways to receive rehydration therapy, including via

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Styes

Styes (hordeolum) are painful, red bumps that form on our eyelids. They can appear like acne and typically form due to infected glands.  They are

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Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen Dosages

Dosage Charts (for children up to 110lbs) Firstly, acetaminophen, or Tylenol, is an over-the-counter pain medication and fever reducer approved for children aged six weeks

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Pharyngitis

Pharyngitis is a medical word for a sore throat. It is caused by swelling of the throat, tonsils, and voice box. It can be caused

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On-Call Guidelines

We greatly value your needs and concerns. Sometimes, you need late-night advice when a child is sick and you aren’t sure what to do next.

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Good Sleep Hygiene

Kids under age 6 typically need 10-13 hours of sleep per night. And kids older than age 6 need 9-11 hours of sleep per night.

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Sun Safety

In the summer months, sun safety is most important as families spend significantly more time outdoors. Summer is a time for making school vaccine appointments,

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