Swimming and Water Safety Tips for the Pool, Beach, and Boat

Injury Prevention Center
June 21, 2023

Summer is finally here. As the weather warms, many of us head to pools, beaches or boats to cool off. It’s a great way to spend a hot summer day, but each presents some dangers. Following safety recommendations is critical...

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Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Strategies to Support Parents and Teens

Amanda Pelletier, LICSW
June 2, 2026
Parenting adolescents can be one of the most rewarding—and challenging—journeys. For families whose children struggle with strong emotions or difficult behaviors, finding the right approach can make all the difference. One...

Tick Bites, Lyme Disease, and Protecting Your Family This Summer

Brown University Health Blog Team
May 20, 2026

Summer is here, giving us warm weather and longer days to spend time outdoors. But be warned. Whether it is the dunes on a beach, a hike in the woods, or your own backyard, ticks can be anywhere. These tiny bugs are more than...

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Understanding Your Lipid Labs and Changes You Can Make to Improve Your Health

Vasupradha Suresh Kumar, MD
March 17, 2026
Have you ever had your healthcare provider order a lipid panel? You may wonder what the lipid panel tells medical professionals, how the results can be used to determine health trends, and what you can do to help improve your...

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Kids, like adults, may have a hard time getting up in the morning, and as a parent, you may find it difficult to get...

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Halloween Safety Tips for a Fun and Festive Holiday

Brown University Health Blog Team
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Halloween is almost here! You might be surprised to know that many of the Halloween traditions we practice today have...

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School Re-entry and Calming Kids’ Anxiety After a Medical Leave

Jennifer Hellmuth, PhD
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When children return to school after a prolonged absence for medical or mental health care, it's normal to feel anxious...

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Is My Child Suffering from Anxiety?

Michael R. Walther, PhD
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Children may get nervous from time to time, just as adults do. A trip to the doctor’s office or the first day at a new...

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RSV: Symptoms, Treatment, Vaccines and When to See a Doctor

Tanya Orie Rogo, MD, MPHTM
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What is RSV? RSV stands for Respiratory Syncytial Virus, which is a virus that causes respiratory illness in individuals...

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¿Qué es la enfermedad de células falciformes?

Patrick McGann, MD, PhD, Emily Franco, Margaret Lyons, and Helena Bates
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La enfermedad de células falciformes es una afección genética común que afecta la hemoglobina, una proteína que se...

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