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Strep Throat

<p>Strep throat is an infection of the throat caused by a bacteria called Group A Strep or Streptococcus pyogenes. The bacteria can be spread via airborne droplets or saliva such as when sharing food or drinks.</p>

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Tips to Promote a Healthy Body Image

Feb 25, 2020

Is your child struggling with body image? Laurel Weaver, MD, PhD, a psychiatrist at CHOP, provides six tips on how parents can promote healthy body image in their children.

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The Signs and Symptoms of Gluten Sensitivity

Oct 1, 2024

Wondering if your child could be sensitive to gluten or benefit from a gluten-free diet? We asked Ritu Verma, MBChB, director of CHOP’s Center for Celiac Disease, for help in recognizing the signs of a gluten sensitivity.

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