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Talking About Tattoos with Your Teen

Be prepared if the topic comes up in your house.
Get the facts. New AAP report explained here.
Is That a Nose Ring?

Nearly 25% of teens have a piercing somewhere other than an earlobe.
Learn more about the potential health risks here.
Not Even a Sip!

Don’t drink any alcohol if you are pregnant or could become pregnant.
FASDs are 100% preventable. Learn more here.
Child Passenger Safety Week

Correctly used car seats can reduce the risk of death by 71%.
Check out the AAP car seat guide for families.
Flu Shot In, Nasal Spray Out

Now is the time to get your family vaccinated!
Here are 10 things to know about the 2017-18 flu vaccine.

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