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Purple hats for a cause: Hats for newborns raise awareness of shaken baby syndrome
This fall, Mayo Clinic Health System Family Birth Centers in Barron, Eau Claire and Menomonie are participating with the Click for Babies program.
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13 tips for managing teen acne
While acne is common among teens, it can be embarrassing and sometimes difficult to treat. You and your teen can help manage or eliminate acne by following these 13 expert tips.

Should I use antibiotics or home remedies to treat my child's illness?
It's true that antibiotics are important medications when prescribed and appropriately used. But, home remedies often may be a better choice to treat your child's illness. Get answers to help you child recover quickly and safely.

Pharmacogenomics: Getting the right drug
If you or your child suffers from ADHD, anxiety or depression, it can be trial and error to find the right medicine. Learn how pharmacogenomic testing can get the right drug for the right patient at the right dose.

Childhood vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic, parents are thoughtful about bringing children to public spaces, including clinics. However, families should keep children on the recommended vaccine schedule. Learn why.

Protecting yourself against HPV
HPV is a viral infection that commonly causes warts. There are more than 100 varieties of HPV, and many of these infections go away without treatment. But some other types of HPV can cause genital warts or cervical cancer. Learn how to protect yourself.

5 tips for navigating changing holiday traditions
Your holiday traditions likely will be affected this year because of COVID-19 and family changes. Get 5 tips to help you enjoy the upcoming season and, perhaps, start new traditions.

Preparing kids for a flu shot: Tips to help parents
Now more than ever, it's important to schedule flu vaccinations for your entire family. You can help prepare your children for getting a shot with these tips.

Halloween safety: Tips during COVID-19
Children of all ages go door to door trick-or-treating on Halloween. This year, the recommendation is to consider other ways to celebrate. Here are some lower-risk options to consider.

Get vaccinated early for flu
Put up your best defense. It's time for your seasonal flu shot. Learn why it's more important than ever to be vaccinated.

6 tips to reduce children's screen time
Children are on screens during the school day more than ever because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are 6 tips to help trim screen time when they're not in school.

7 tips for helping your child wear a mask
Some schools are recommending or requiring masks as students return to the classroom this fall. Here are 7 tips for helping your children get used to wearing a mask for an extended time.

Helping your children prepare for a COVID-19 test
The COVID-19 pandemic has been stressful for families — especially if your child is upset about having a COVID-19 test. The good news is that there are things you can do to help your child prepare.