On November 30, 2010, the U.S. and Canada released new guidelines for calcium and vitamin D intake. The vitamin D guidelines have long been awaited as there is tremendous interest in health effects of vitamin D. I have been privileged to participate in the development of these new as well as the previous guidelines. Here are some key points related to vitamin D and children:
December 20, 2010 | 1126
Even though shops began advertising Christmas before Halloween this year, it's really time to get ready for the holidays now. I am well aware of the parental desire to buy gifts that will inspire envy across the neighborhood... but I want to make a plea today — for parents to think about safety first when buying toys this year.
December 16, 2010 | 1126
I'm always amazed at the structured discipline that parents hold themselves to when getting their kids ready for bed. Almost on the clock: bath, story, bed. And for good reason. Any parent worth their salt knows that successful sleep patterns begin with the repetition of a nightly routine. Routines tell children what's about to happen and what's expected of them. Rituals create order for children.
December 15, 2010 | 1126
More than 50 years ago, Texas Children's Hospital was founded with a singular vision — to build a community of healthy children through the finest pediatric patient care, education, and research. Over the past few years, Texas Children's has focused on delivering this promise through Vision 2010, the largest physical expansion ever by a children's hospital in such a short time.