Dr. Lisa Thornton

Helping your kids break bad habits

Dr. Lisa Thornton - October 31, 2012

Biting, thumb sucking and nose picking can be hard habits to break. Often, parents get frustrated and don't know where to start. ...

Illinois whooping cough outbreak among highest in nation

Dr. Lisa Thornton - September 12, 2012

This highly contagious infection is spreading quickly across the United States, especially with 7-10 year olds.

Tips to avoid choking

Dr. Lisa Thornton - August 31, 2012

There are plenty of ways to prepare food to reduce the risk of your child choking.

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The ins and outs of thongs for girls

Dr. Lisa Thornton - July 19, 2012

Can some clothing be bad for your childs health? In the case of thong underwear, the answer is absolutely yes.

Tips to be safe in the sun

Dr. Lisa Thornton - June 20, 2012

Should you buy SPF 100? Waterproof? And how often should you really reapply the kids' sunscreen? Dr. Lisa Thornton has the answers for you in this month's Health Matters.

Probiotics and prebiotics: Do they work?

Dr. Lisa Thornton - June 14, 2012

Popular media pushes probiotics and prebiotics. Our health columnist Dr. Lisa Thornton says that scientists are starting to see the claims are largely true.