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  • Bronchitis for Parents


    Bronchitis is an inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes. When a person has bronchitis, it may be harder for air to pass in and out of the lungs.

  • Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS) for Parents


    Meconium aspiration can happen before, during, or after labor and delivery when a newborn inhales a mixture of meconium and amniotic fluid. Although it can be serious, most cases are not.

  • Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) for Parents


    Severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID) is an immune deficiency that can be successfully treated if it's found early.

  • Cystic Fibrosis for Parents


    Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder that affects the lungs and digestive system Kids who have it can get lung infections often and have trouble breathing.

  • Cystic Fibrosis for Teens


    Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited disease that causes the body to produce mucus that's extremely thick and sticky. It mainly affects the lungs and the pancreas, causing serious breathing and digestive problems.

  • Group A Strep Infections for Parents


    Group A strep (GAS) bacteria usually live harmlessly on the skin and in the nose and throat. Sometimes they cause mild skin or throat infections, but can cause more serious infections or problems in other parts of the body.

  • HIV and AIDS for Parents


    Parents can help prevent HIV/AIDS by learning the facts and talking with their kids regularly about healthy behaviors, feelings, and sexuality.

  • The Flu Vaccine for Teens


    Doctors recommend that all teens get vaccinated against the flu. Here are the facts on flu vaccines.

  • Group B Strep and Pregnancy for Parents


    Women who have this common but potentially dangerous bacteria while pregnant get antibiotics during labor to avoid passing the bacteria to their babies.

  • Cytomegalovirus (CMV) for Parents


    This virus poses few risks to healthy kids, but can cause serious health problems in unborn babies and kids with a weak immune system.