Raising a healthy family isn't always easy, considering the number of unhealthy temptations available every day. Dr. Pat Romano offers tips on how to encourage healthy habits. Read More

Dr. Pat Romano, family medicine physician at Riddle Hospital, Main Line Health, offers tips on how to prevent and treat winter weather health issues like the flu, bronchitis, and sinusitis. Read More

As a parent, sometimes it’s easier to allow an hour of television than it is to force a stubborn child to play outside for awhile, especially after a long day at school or during a lazy summer afternoon. Still, promoting a healthy lifestyle and encouraging your kids to get moving can improve their health in the long run and, if you’ve got enough creativity, you can disguise fitness as fun. Read More

A revised law set a deadline for school-aged children to receive their required childhood vaccines by April 30. Read More

Dr. Kristie Nichols, primary care physician in the Main Line Health system, said, “People just need to get moving in their everyday life.” Read More

They’re not quite children. But they’re not exactly adults either. And they face many life questions and awkward growing pains that are so characteristic of adolescent years. So where do parents fit when it comes to their teenager’s health care? Read More

When it comes to a child's growth and development, every parents wants to make sure theirs are getting the right vitamins and nutrients. For this reason, gummy vitamins have been a staple on kitchen counters for years, but are they really necessary? Read More

In the past few months, pediatricians' and family practitioners' offices, and ERs in our area have been inundated with visits related to stomach flu or viruses. Here is what to look for and what to do if you suspect your child has the dreaded GI bug. Read More

Around the age of 11 or 12, many young teenagers start expressing interest in babysitting. Here are some steps you can take to help your child prepare to take on the task. Read More

Many people rely on recommendations from friends or relatives, but choosing a doctor for your family is a personal decision. Read More