Health & Safety

Kohl's Bike Safety and Helmet Giveaway Day
Learn about bike safety and get your child fit for a free bicycle helmet! Don't miss it on Saturday, July 26th.

Bike Smart...Ride Safely
Summer means children are spending more time outside being active — and that’s a good thing. But when riding their bike (or skateboarding and rollerblading)‚ whether down the street or in the driveway‚ it’s important that they’re safe.

Can’t Take The Heat? Playing It Safe in Warm Weather
Summer is in full swing and scorching temperatures are here to stay for awhile. Ted Barnett, MD, explains how to keep kids from overheating in the warm weather.

Pollen Count
Get up-to-date information on the pollen count in the greater Kansas City area.

Headlines

Hall Family plans $11 million donation toward expansion
The funds are to support Phase 1 of a 15-year, $800 million expansion plan unveiled in December.

AAP protecting public trust in immunizations
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends investing in immunization-safety science and effective communication within the vaccine community to encourage public support of immunizations. Michelle Haley, MD, pediatrician with Children’s Mercy, explains the benefits of vaccinations.

Children's Mercy specialties nationally ranked by US News magazine
In its first ranking of children's hospital specialties, US News and World Report has placed Children's Mercy among the top programs in the country. Children's Mercy is recognized for treating pediatric digestive disorders and for neonatal care.

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