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Prepare your child for a healthy school year with this back-to-school checklist from Miami Pediatrics, including vaccines, physicals, sleep tips, and more.

Summer in South Florida brings serious sun exposure risks. Learn how to prevent sunburn, dehydration, and heatstroke in children with tips from Miami Pediatrics.

One way to protect your child from biting insects is to use insect repellents. Follow the instructions on the label for proper use. Keep in mind that most insect repellents don't kill insects. Insects that bite—not insects that sting—are kept away by repellents. Biting insects include mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, chiggers and biting flies. Stinging insects include bees, hornets, and wasps.

Drowning is the leading cause of injury-related death in children under 4. With the 4th of July approaching, Miami Pediatrics shares essential water safety tips for families with kids at the pool, beach, or bathtub.