Health and Safety

Parents on Staten Island can find here important information about children's health, vaccinations and more. If you are looking for medical advice, you can find local Staten Island doctors in our health directories.

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Staten Island Police Detective Shares 10 Pro Tips He Uses to Keep His Family Safe

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11 Best Immune Boosters for Kids to Keep Them Healthy

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Staten Island Hebrew Public: first Hebrew-immersion charter school opens in Staten Island

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The Importance of the COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids

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When Will the COVID Vaccine Be Available for Kids Under 12?

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60 Questions to Ask the Pediatrician at Your Child’s Next Well-Visit

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New Pediatric Hospital Coming to Staten Island

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NYC Public Schools Reopening in September 2021: What You Need to Know

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How to Stay Safe When Traveling with Your Family This Summer

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Below the Belt: Uncovering Women’s Urological and Pelvic Health Issues

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Is Your Teen Sexting?

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Tech Tools for Long-Distance Care of Grandparents & Elderly Relatives

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You Got the COVID-19 Vaccine. Now What?

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The Pros and Cons of Anonymous Social Media for Young People

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Parents Should Know about These Common Eye Myths

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This Is How to Prevent Your Kid From Catching Colds

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Make Kids’ Eye Exams Part of Their Annual Physicals

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This Is What Parents Need to Know About Registered Sex Offenders

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Here Are Some Reasons Your Kid Should Try Yoga

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What Your Need to Know about Back-to-School Lice Prevention

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What Are the Signs of Dry Drowning (Secondary Drowning)?

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10 Tips for a Tear-Free Checkup for Kids… And Parents!

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Melatonin for Kids: Is it Safe?

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When Is the Third Trimester and What Is Nesting?

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This Is Everything You Need to Know about Caring for Baby Teeth

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These Are Snow Shoveling Tips to Prevent Injury

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5 Tips to Encourage Picky Eaters

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10 Common Mistakes When Applying Sunscreen

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Parent Mental Health During Quarantine

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The Questions Every Parent Is Asking About COVID-19