At the start of the school year, in pediatrics, we see lots of tummy aches, some are self-initiated and related to school or not wanting to go to school. The health professionals provided a few extra tips. Don't forget the sunscreen, hats and access to plenty of liquids. Shah recommends keeping track on older children to prevent too many peer pressures from building up and leading to unwanted behavior such as drug and alcohol abuse. Yearly checkups from pediatricians or physicians are important, too, reports Garcia.
Bridges advocates simple healthful living to keep children in school.
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