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  • Senses Experiment: Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes for Kids


    Are some areas of skin more sensitive than others? Find out by trying this experiment.

  • A to Z: Tinea Cruris (Jock Itch) for Parents


    Tinea cruris, also known as jock itch, is a skin infection of the groin area caused by several types of fungi often found on the skin.

  • A to Z: Pityriasis Rosea for Parents


    Learn about rashes and other conditions that affect the skin.

  • A to Z: Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) for Parents


    In this condition, dislocation of the hip joint around the time of birth can affect a child's growth, development, and movement.

  • A to Z: Dislocation, Hip for Parents


    A dislocation is when the bones in a joint slip out of their normal position. A hip dislocation is an injury that occurs when the ball of the thighbone moves out of the socket of the hipbone.

  • A to Z: Coxa Valga for Parents


    A to Z: Coxa Valga

  • Cutting and Self-Harm Factsheet (for Schools) for Parents


    What teachers should know about self-injury, and how to help students who do it.

  • Stretch Marks for Teens


    Your skin is usually fairly elastic, but when you grow or gain weight really quickly (like during puberty), you may get fine lines on your body called stretch marks.

  • Acanthosis Nigricans for Parents


    Acanthosis nigricans (AN) is a condition that causes the skin to thicken and darken in places. AN is not harmful or contagious, but can be a sign of certain other medical conditions.

  • First Aid: Falls for Parents


    Although most result in mild bumps and bruises, some falls can cause serious injuries that need medical attention.