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THE LATEST
First Ever Guidelines for Kid’s Type 2 Diabetes
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For the first time ever the AAP develops guidelines for treating kid's type 2 diabetes. Find out why they are needed now in Hot Topics.

Exercise Can Cut Kids Risk For Diabetes
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Did you know that just 20 minutes of exercise a day can help prevent your child from getting diabetes? learn more in Hot Topics.

Obesity Study: Teen Diabetes and Heart Disease
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Teenage obesity is having a direct effect on their chances for a long and healthy life. Learn more in Hot Topics.

Pre-teen Cholesterol Check-Up
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Should children as young as 11 be tested for high cholesterol? Learn more online at The Kid's Dr.'s Hot Topics.

More Kids Becoming Severely Obese
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A new study shows that in the last 25 years, rates of severe childhood obesity in the United States have tripled.
Low Vitamin D Increases Teens’ Risk of Diabetes, Heart Disease
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Teens who have low levels of vitamin D are at greater risk for diabetes and heart disease.