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Kid's Corner

The State of Illinois cares about you and your children. Kid’s Corner is Be Well Illinois’ way of providing helpful information to support you with wellness needs of your children. Remember, your physician is an important partner in the care of your child. It’s important to have an established relationship with a physician and make sure your child has regular wellness checks.

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April is Child Abuse Prevention Month

These steps form a framework for preventing child sexual abuse. They can help you become aware of the scope of the issue, take actionable steps towards both preventing and responding to abuse, and create safer environments for children in your life.

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March is Endometriosis Awareness Month

If your teen struggles with painful, heavy periods, she could be like at least 1 in 10 women in the United States who struggle with endometriosis. Endometriosis causes the lining of your uterus (the endometrium) to grow in tissues other than the uterus, causing severe cramping, heavy bleeding, abnormal bleeding, spotting, clotting, and digestive trouble.

February is Heart Health Awareness Month

When it comes to your child's health, do you think much about their risks for heart disease? Probably not, since so much of keeping kids healthy means dealing with the sore throats, scraped knees, and other ailments happening now.

January is Thyroid Awareness Month

Hypothyroidism is a common endocrine disorder in which your child’s thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. A child with an underactive thyroid may experience fatigue, weight gain, constipation, decreased growth, and a host of other issues.