November is Diabetes Awareness Month and Type 1 Diabetes is the most common type of diabetes in children and adolescents. Being able to identify the signs and symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes, a condition in which the body does not produce insulin, can lead to swift diagnosis and prevent possible complications. If you suspect your child … continue reading
The summer months are full of exciting activities the whole family can enjoy! Being out and about, going from one activity to the next, sometimes leads to illness and injury. So, where should you go if you find your kiddo with a healthcare ailment? There are so many different places to access healthcare depending on … continue reading
Did you know that half of overweight kids will become overweight adults? In your busy life, take time to take charge of healthy meal and activity choices for your family. The future health of our children is up to us. Parents should be in charge of: food in the home when and where kids go … continue reading
Ahhh, Spring in Montana! Everything is in bloom, the grass is getting greener, and occasionally we get a reminder that we live in Montana with a sprinkle of spring snow just before our kids’ soccer games (Really? More snow?). If that’s not annoying enough, we start to listen to the sniff and snorts of our … continue reading
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune condition that affects the central nervous system (brain & spinal cord). The diagnosis is made clinically, meaning that there is no simple test to determine if your child has MS. Pediatric MS affects girls more than boys. It is very rare, impacting 1-2 out of every 100,000 children. In … continue reading
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