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  • What to Do About a Sore Throat for Parents


    Sore throats are usually caused by viruses. Here's what to do if your child has a sore throat.

  • A to Z Symptom: Sore Throat for Parents


    A sore throat can be caused by many things, from viral and bacterial infections to seasonal allergies and gastroesophageal reflux.

  • Canker Sores (Aphthous Ulcers) for Parents


    Many people regularly get bothersome canker sores in their mouths. Here's how to help prevent them - and make a kid who has one more comfortable.

  • The Flu (Influenza) for Parents


    Flu symptoms tend to come on quickly and are worse than the sneezing and stuffiness of a cold. The flu is very contagious. Find out what to do.

  • Colds for Parents


    Colds are the most common infectious disease in the United States - and the top reason kids visit the doctor and miss school.

  • Coping With Colds for Teens


    Most teens get between two and four colds each year. Read this article for the facts on colds and ways to feel better when you catch one.

  • Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) for Parents


    Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a major cause of respiratory illness in young children. Learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of this contagious infection.

  • First Aid: Common Cold for Parents


    Kids can get up to eight colds a year - or more. The common cold sends more kids to the doctor than any other illness.

  • A to Z: Gingivostomatitis, Herpetic for Parents


    Herpetic gingivostomatitis is a contagious mouth infection caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). It most often occurs in young children and is usually the first exposure a child has to the herpes virus (which is also responsible for cold sores and fever blisters).

  • Encephalitis for Parents


    Encephalitis is a rare brain inflammation caused by a virus. The best way to avoid encephalitis is to prevent the illnesses that may lead to it.