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  • Lungs and Respiratory System for Teens


    Each day you breathe about 20,000 times. Find out more about the lungs and breathing process.

  • Lungs and Respiratory System for Parents


    We need the respiratory system for breathing. Find out how it works.

  • Your Lungs & Respiratory System for Kids


    What's something kids are doing all day, every day? Breathing! Your lungs are large and in charge of breathing, so read all about them in this article.

  • A to Z: Respiratory Failure for Parents


    Learn what happens when the lungs cannot properly bring oxygen into or remove carbon dioxide from the blood.

  • Why Do I Yawn? for Kids


    If you yawn in class, you'll probably notice a few other people will start yawning, too. Why is that?

  • Why Do I Burp? for Kids


    A burp - sometimes also called a belch - is nothing but gas. Find out more about burping and what to do if it happens to you in this article for kids.

  • After a Flood: How Families Can Stay Safe for Parents


    After a flood, there can be many possible dangers in and around your home. Here's how to keep kids safe.

  • Air Pollution and Asthma for Parents


    Ground-level ozone and other air pollutants can trigger asthma flare-ups. But there are steps you can take to minimize your child's exposure.

  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea for Parents


    Brief pauses in breathing during sleep can be normal. But when breathing stops often or for longer periods, it can be a cause for concern.

  • Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) for Parents


    Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is the use of a machine to do the work that the heart and lungs normally do.