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Pneumonia for Teens
Pneumonia is a common lung infection that can usually be treated without a hospital stay.
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Pneumonia for Parents
Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by different types of germs, most commonly viruses. Read about symptoms and treatment.
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Pneumocystis Pneumonia for Parents
Pneumocystis pneumonia can affect infants who have AIDS, cancer, or other conditions that affect the immune system.
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Is It a Cold, the Flu, an RSV Infection, or COVID-19? for Parents
The flu usually makes kids feel worse than if they have a cold. But it's not always easy to tell the difference. Here are tips on what to look for — and what to do.
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Whooping Cough (Pertussis) for Parents
Pertussis causes severe coughing spells that end in a whooping sound when the person breathes in. It can be prevented with the pertussis vaccine, part of the DTaP immunization.
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The Danger of Antibiotic Overuse for Parents
Taking antibiotics too often or for the wrong reason has led to a dangerous rise in bacteria that no longer respond to medicine. Find out what you can do to prevent antibiotic overuse.
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Measles for Parents
Measles is best known for the skin rash it causes. Although rare, outbreaks can happen. Getting your kids fully vaccinated is the best way to protect them from this disease.
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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.
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Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD) for Parents
Babies who are born prematurely or who experience respiratory problems shortly after birth are at risk for bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), sometimes called chronic lung disease.
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Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) for Parents
Severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID) is an immune deficiency that can be successfully treated if it's found early.