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Holly Brenza
Holly Brenza

Holly Brenza, health enews contributor, is a public affairs coordinator on the content team at Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care. She is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago. In her free time, Holly enjoys reading, watching the White Sox and Blackhawks, playing with her dog, Bear and running her cats' Instagram account, @strangefurthings.

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What you need to know about poison ivy 
What you need to know about poison ivy
Here’s what to do if you encounter poison ivy, sumac or oak — which all can cause an itchy rash.
4 tips for teaching your child to ride a bike 
4 tips for teaching your child to ride a bike
It can feel like an overwhelming task. Here are some factors to keep in mind.
Here’s why you may be at an increased risk of kidney disease 
Here’s why you may be at an increased risk of kidney disease
It’s best to start a prevention plan to reduce your risk of kidney failure if you have one of these conditions.
Read this before watching the Olympics with your kids 
Read this before watching the Olympics with your kids
Help your child avoid comparing their athletic abilities.
Do you use a sound machine? Read this 
Do you use a sound machine? Read this
There’s a good chance you have the volume up too high. Here’s what you need to know.
Are you taking parenting too seriously? 
Are you taking parenting too seriously?
Being silly with your children can help strengthen your relationship and make parenting easier.
Why do babies put everything in their mouth? 
Why do babies put everything in their mouth?
Learn the most common food and non-food choking hazards for young children.