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eDose | August 2011

The ABCs of Back to School

As the days get shorter and summer winds down, it's nearly time to hit the books again. From preschool on up, here are some hints for making sure your scholar gets off to a solid start.

 

A = Awake and Aware

One of the keys to success at school is arriving rested and ready. Yet study after study shows that children today – teens in particular – are part of a seriously sleep-deprived generation. Read more.

 

B = Boosters

From the time your baby is born until the day you send a 5-year-old off to kindergarten, it seems as if childhood is an endless series of vaccinations. While it's true that you do get a reprieve once they enter school, it's important to make sure older kids stay up-to-date. Read more.

 

C = Communication

It can be daunting to send a child with a chronic illness to school for the first time. For everything from asthma to food allergies to diabetes, communicating with your doctor, school officials and even your child can help things go smoothly. Read more.