The COVID-19 vaccine is highly suggested for children 12 and up, but with the school year drawing closer, SSM Health Nurse Practitioner Jim Plasky says many are behind on their overall vaccine schedules, and that it’s time to catch up.
You’ve heard a lot about the signs of low self-confidence and self-esteem in the past few weeks, but how do they compare to things like anxiety and depression?
MADISON, Wis. — The Time for Kids Recipe for Health team continues to shed light on the importance of embracing self identity. Remaining true to the #BeYou message, they’re sharing some signs that your child might be struggling…
Over the next few weeks, the Recipe for Health team is focusing on the importance of embracing self identity. They're encouraging all to be proud of who you are, your talents, interests, and to simply #BeYou.
Winter is typically when we see a widespread surge in respiratory illness, but in 2021, we’re seeing that surge right now.
Summer in Wisconsin brings no shortage of sunshine, especially with the hot drought of the last few weeks.
For most of us, we know that our kids need at least 60 minutes of daily activity that gets their heart beat, and their breathing, a little harder.
It’s been said many times. Kids thrive on routine and knowing what to expect.
Many of us are guilty of it. The school year ends, routines are out the window, and the more relaxed days of summer are fully embraced.
If you’ve had worries about your child being isolated or disconnected, SSM Health Child Psychologist Kathleen Hipke says to be intentional in seeking out chances to reconnect.
Mindfulness is often an intentional way to refocus our feelings, but SSM Health Psychologist Kathleen Hipke says it’s important to work through with our kids, too.
Coming off as confident is something that most strive to do, but doing so is a struggle that many have faced, especially as kids.
Kids are often used to getting the annual physical or normal checkup, but it’s not common that they understand the health of mind, and the body, go hand in hand.
Earth Day has passed, but the SSM Recipe for Health team is still focused on how a more sustainable lifestyle impacts our health. This week, Physician Roopa Shah says a more sustainable diet makes a difference, too!
This Thursday we celebrate Earth Day, a day designated to caring for and showing appreciation for the planet that we call home
Throughout April the Recipe for Health team is focused on being healthy within the environment, After all, April weather tends to allow for more time outdoors, and Earth day isn’t far off.
It’s quite common for adults to supplement their diet with extra vitamins, but the habit sometimes has parents asking if they should be doing the same for their children.
It’s something that used to be mostly seen among adults, but has slowly been increasing among kids and teens. What exactly is it? A period of time during sleep where breathing becomes irregular, or pauses all together.
SSM Health’s Wisconsin Region Chief Nursing Officer Veronica Scott-Fulton and pediatrician Dr. Dan Beardmore join Chris Reece for a discussion on healthy sleep habits as part of News 3 Now and SSM Health’s Time for Kids: Recipe for Health series.
Throughout the month of March the recipe for health team continues to focus on sleep, how much you need, and why it’s important.
Throughout the month of March the recipe for health team is focusing on sleep, and with the time change upon us, many parents are likely thinking about the impact it’s going to have on their kids.
Many kids and young adults have grown up hearing that smoking is bad, but often times, vaping is marketed towards those who are younger as a safer alternative, but SSM Health Cardiologist Andrea Rock says vaping should be avoided just as much.
Healthy hearts start early! It’s a phrase often used by medical professionals, but the Recipe for Health team really wants to drive that point home.
SSM Health's Wisconsin Region Chief Nursing Officer Veronica Scott-Fulton and cardiologist Dr. Andrea Rock join Chris Reece for a discussion on family heart health as part of News 3 Now and SSM Health's Time for Kids: Recipe for Health series.
