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Connecticut Children’s Center for Care Coordination Offers Support, a Safe Haven and a Lifeline
UnitedHealthcare collaborates with the Connecticut Children’s Office for Community Child Health to help improve health and wellness for children in CT.
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Living with multiple sclerosis: A silent struggle
March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a potentially disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord. The cause of multiple sclerosis is unknown.
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5 tips to help tackle holiday stress
The stress of getting ready for the holidays may have you saying, “Bah humbug!” If so, consider a few tips that may help make the season more enjoyable.
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3 checkups to help set your child up for school success
How’s your child’s health as they head back to class? Learn which checkups to consider for fall to help set kids up for a successful school year.
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5 tips to help set your child up for a lifetime of healthy dental habits
Helping to build strong, healthy dental habits with your child may help their overall health. Consider these five tips.
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A pediatrician shares the importance of immunizations and wellness visits for new babies
Dr. Arethusa Kirk, chief medical officer of the UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Maryland, helps parents with new babies understand the crucial role of needed wellness visits.
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What to know about vaccinations this fall
Routine vaccination, including an annual flu shot, is an essential preventive care service for children and adults. Learn five things to help you stay safe this fall.
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How preventive care may help your long-term health
COVID-19 has caused many to delay preventive care, which may have an impact on their health and health care costs down the road.
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Make your child’s mental health a focus of back-to-school season
Is your child emotionally ready for school this year? Get a list of things to watch for — and learn how you may be able to help ease the transition back to class.
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5 ways to help support your child’s back-to-school mental health
Nearly 50% of teens are concerned about being emotionally ready for the school year, according to a new study. Learn how you may be able to ease the transition.
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Getting ready for the big game? Consider these healthier appetizers
You can’t watch the big game without snacks, but sometimes the typical appetizers aren’t exactly the healthiest. Try these recipes instead.
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3 tips for coping with seasonal outdoor allergies
More than 50 million Americans experience various types of allergies each year. Here are some tips that may help provide relief.
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Your Allergy Questions, Answered
More than 50 million Americans suffer seasonal allergies or allergies to everyday items like food and pets. Why do we get allergies symptoms and what can be done for relief?
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A Healthier Spin on Summertime Sweets
Summer can often mean sweet treats. Consider these seven summertime swaps to help create a balance.
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True or false: What to know when it comes to sun protection
An expert provides insights on what to consider when it comes to sun protection and how to choose the best sunscreen.
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How to help stay safe as tickborne illnesses increase
This tick season, a few simple steps and preventive measures can help keep you and your family safe.
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The First Step of Drowning Prevention Is Knowing What It Looks Like
Dr. K. Dionne Posey of Optum offers water safety tips to help reduce risk of drowning, which is the No. 1 cause of accidental death among children under 5.
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Boost Your Well-Being by Volumes (of Books)
There are many health benefits linked to reading, from improved focus in babies to longevity. So, pick up a book and turn the page toward better health.
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Migraines Don’t Just Hit Adults. Know the Signs
About 10 percent of school-age children have had a migraine. Children’s attacks are usually shorter and less frequent than adults’, but they are still painful and frightening.