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Managing Your Medical Care (Topic Center) for Teens
This page has advice on how to get involved in taking charge of your health and choosing the right health care providers.
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Taking Care of Your Ears for Kids
How do you take care of your ears? Find out in this article for kids.
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Minerals for Kids
Just like vitamins, minerals help your body grow, develop, and stay healthy. Find out more about minerals in this article for kids.
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Neutropenia for Parents
Certain cancers, or cancer treatment, can weaken the immune system, requiring a child to stay home to avoid exposure to germs. Here are ways to help your child make the best of it.
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Congenital Heart Defects for Parents
Heart defects happen when there's a problem with a baby's heart development during pregnancy. Most heart defects can be treated during infancy.
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Smoking for Teens
Smoking is on the decline, but some people are still lighting up. Why? The answer is addiction. Find out more in this article for teens.
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Well-Child Visit: 15 Months for Parents
Find out what this well-child visit will involve and what your toddler might be doing by 15 months.
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Well-Child Visit: 1.5 Years (18 Months) for Parents
Find out what this well-child visit will involve and what your toddler might be doing by 18 months.
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Williams Syndrome for Parents
Williams syndrome is a disorder that causes developmental delays, learning problems, and heart and blood vessel problems. But kids who have it usually have good verbal skills and are friendly and social.
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Kids and Smoking for Parents
The health risks of smoking are well known, many young people still do it. Here's how to help your kids avoid smoking or quit, if they've already started.