Zinc and the Common Cold
TAKE NOTE! This study suggests that zinc shortens cold symptoms for adults but not for kids. It’s a good reminder that our children are not just mini versions of ourselves.
Pain Pill Popping Among Teens
I for one was surprised to read that pain pill abuse is starting young, peaking among 16-year olds. This is an eye-opening reminder that we need to teach our kids not just about abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and illicit drugs, but prescription drugs as well.
Tried-and-True Versus New
A small study reminds us that the newest drug on the shelf isn’t necessarily the best…
Can I Really Give That To My Kid?
We all know that labels can be misleading. But on medicine bottles? Really?! Yes, really. I love the American Academy of Pediatrics website because it is a great resource for parents. Here’s their latest article deciphering the claims decorating over-the-counter drugs.
Cold and Flu Medicine Vocab Lesson
When your child has a cold, the very best prescriptions are rest, chicken soup, and lots of TLC. If your feel desperate, though, you may find yourself standing in the aisles of the drug store staring at dozens of medications on the shelves. Here is a short course in what each of those “active ingredients” really does. (Don’t forget the general rule: no over the counter cold medicines for kids under four!)
About Dr. Cara Natterson
CARA NATTERSON, MD is a board-certified pediatrician, pediatric consultant, media expert, and the author of several books on child health and parenting. Read more... BOOKS by Dr. Natterson
