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The Stony Brook Medicine Health Hub provides families with a reliable resource to learn about children’s health topics, offering expert advice directly from our trusted physicians and healthcare professionals. The Hub covers a range of pediatric health concerns, offering insights into prevention, diagnosis and treatment options. It's designed to empower parents with accurate, up-to-date information, helping them make informed decisions about their child's health and wellbeing.

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Best Sunscreen & Skin Protection Tips for Cancer Prevention

Protecting your skin from the sun is one of the kindest things you can do for your long-term health. Sun safety isn’t just about saving sunscreen for special occasions like beach outings — it’s a daily practice that helps shield you from skin cancer, slows the signs of aging and nurtures your skin’s well-being all […]

Flesh-Eating Bacteria: Symptoms, Risks and How to Stay Safe

Flesh-eating bacteria infections are rare, but they can become serious very quickly. Understanding how these infections occur — and how to protect yourself — is essential, especially during warmer months when certain bacteria thrive in coastal waters. A recent report regarding Vibrio vulnificus bacteria present in Long Island waters has brought renewed attention to this […]

Rotavirus Explained: A Parent’s Guide to Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

If you’re a parent, it can feel like stomach bugs are always circulating, especially in daycare, school or playgroups. Trying to tell the difference between common stomach viruses like rotavirus or norovirus can quickly become overwhelming, particularly when your child is ill. While many of these illnesses are mild and pass quickly, some can be […]