Learn how to prevent, recognize and treat dehydration and other heat-related illnesses in children.
Learn about how to talk to your child about serious illness and how to answer some of the common questions and concerns they may have.
Learn how to prevent and treat heat-related illness in children and teens who exercise in hot and humid conditions.
Learn about RSV immunizations and how they can protect individuals from respiratory infections caused by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Learn about the signs and symptoms of COVID-19, who is at greatest risk, how it is diagnosed and how to prevent spread of the virus.
Read about the symptoms and treatment of whooping cough, a bacterial infection affecting breathing that can be prevented by vaccination.
Children who are immunocompromised and children with chronic medical conditions may be at higher risk of serious illness with COVID-19.
Viral respiratory infection is a general term for lung and airway infections. Read about different viruses that can cause viral respiratory infections and treatment options.
Learn about malaria, an infection passed on by mosquitoes.
Learn about possible outcomes for premature babies.
Invasive group A streptococcal disease (iGAS) is a serious infection that occurs when bacteria called group A beta-hemolytic streptococci (GAS) spread to different organs in the body.
This page explains the diagnosis and treatment of primary immune deficiency (PID), a genetic condition that weakens the immune system.
RSV is a virus that infects the lungs and airways and causes respiratory illness, especially in children. Learn how you can help your child if they have RSV.
Being sick can impact your child's blood sugar levels. Find tips on how to manage diabetes on sick days.
Social workers are trained mental health professionals who can help you and your family cope with illness. Learn more about social workers.
Learn about IgA vasculitis (previously known as Henoch-Schönlein purpura), a condition that can cause inflammation of small blood vessels in the skin, joints, kidneys and bowel.
Learn about rubella (German measles) and how it can be prevented.
Read about chronic illness and ways to cope. Congenital heart disease is a common example. While it can often be well managed, it never goes away.
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a type of bacteria that can cause infections ranging from mild to severe. Read about prevention and treatment of MRSA infections.
Stomach flu is an infection that causes inflammation of the stomach and intestines. Learn the symptoms and treatment of stomach flu.
If your child has a weak immune system learn how to protect them against infection.
Information on cold sores (herpes simplex): what they are, common signs and symptoms, causes, complications and how to treat.
Teens living with hemophilia can learn why smoking is bad news for their health.
Learn about aortic stenosis in childhood. With this illness, the aortic valve is unable to open completely, which constricts or squeezes blood flow.
Children are not always ready to talk about their condition when you are. Look for signs for when your child might be ready to talk.
