Pakistani Health Board

02/13/2026

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! Good oral health starts at a young age, and you should start cleaning your kid’s teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste as soon as the first tooth appears to help prevent the formation of cavities. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2z13wC4

02/10/2026

Last year, the FDA banned Red Dye 3, a bright cherry-red dye found in many foods, drinks and medicines. Since then, more than 30 states have introduced bills to restrict or ban artificial dyes. With all this attention on food dyes, it's natural to wonder what it means for your family. The good news? You don't need to get rid of every colorful snack or skip birthday cake. Instead, focus on balance and overall eating patterns: provide a diet that consists of mostly whole foods and try to limit ultra processed options, which are the biggest source of added dyes. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4qZI5JZ

02/01/2026

02/01/2026

Severe winter storms are expected in many parts of the U.S. this weekend. Here’s a checklist of things you can do to prepare and keep your family safe. Share this checklist with another parent and click the link below for more info.

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/tips-tools/ask-the-pediatrician/Pages/warm-when-the-power-goes-out.aspx

01/27/2026

01/27/2026

01/27/2026

01/26/2026

Thanksgiving can be extra challenging if you’re the parent of a picky eater, but with a little planning, you can make a balanced Thanksgiving meal that the whole family will enjoy! Here are some tips to please your picky eater without sacrificing nutrition or creating extra work for yourself. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2zg3XJy

01/17/2026

Vitamin D is crucial for supporting children’s bone health and immune systems—especially during the cold winter months! The AAP recommends that all children begin receiving vitamin D supplements shortly after birth. Babies younger than 12 months of age should receive 400 IU of vitamin D each day, and toddlers and older children should receive 600 IU. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4inQanF

01/06/2026