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Back from school, first thing kids should do: Wash hands

Back from school, first thing kids should do: Wash hands

Sanford infectious disease specialist gives advice on supplies and masks, too
Jane Thaden Lawson 5 min read
Tips for shifting kids back to their school sleep schedule

Tips for shifting kids back to their school sleep schedule

Start early so they will be at their best, mentally and behaviorally
Jane Thaden Lawson 7 min read
COVID-19 Q&A: Clinic leader on back-to-school safety, care

COVID-19 Q&A: Clinic leader on back-to-school safety, care

Dr. Joshua Crabtree says to get a checkup now to stay physically & mentally well
Courtney Collen 5 min read
Vaccines for Children program offers free immunizations

Vaccines for Children program offers free immunizations

Lost your job or coverage? Your kids can still get their shots on schedule
Mick Garry 4 min read
Getting your child ready for preschool

Getting your child ready for preschool

Prepare at home, visit in advance and develop a goodbye routine
Parenting Services 4 min read
Help your kids see well from the start

Help your kids see well from the start

Ask for a pediatric vision screening at your child's next checkup
Jeanette Rackl 4 min read
Pediatric physical therapy in the classroom

Pediatric physical therapy in the classroom

Sanford Health helps children with mobility or developmental delays learn skills needed in the classroom.
Jon Berg 6 min read
Preparing kids to head back to school

Preparing kids to head back to school

Sanford Health experts offer some tips: From shots to shoes
Nadine Aljets 5 min read
An optometrist can help spot health issues

An optometrist can help spot health issues

Age-related diseases can show up, and prevention is important for other issues
Kate Simko 5 min read
Childhood suicide: Bullying, ADHD and relationships

Childhood suicide: Bullying, ADHD and relationships

“There’s a lot of pressure on kids that’s not good for their emotional development.”
Hannah Nieman 13 min read