Now that we’re in the thick of cold and flu season, many of us are getting more up close and personal with nasal mucus, or snot, than we’d like. But did you know that snot color can actually tell you a lot about your health? Because of its role in the body, snot can take on different colors depending on how it adapts to what’s going on in your body. That’s why it’s actually a good thing to take a look at what’s in your tissue.

Can you spot frostbite or frostnip?

If your child likes to spend a lot of time outdoors during the winter, they may be at risk for frostbite or frostnip. Dr. Lauren Rechtman explains the difference between frostbite and frostnip, and how to spot and treat the conditions.
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Sibling bullying versus sibling rivalry

It's normal for siblings to fight. They bicker over everything from what to watch on television to who gets to sit in the front seat of the car. But when sibling disagreements become abusive, that’s no longer normal behavior, it’s sibling bullying.

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