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Parechovirus for Parents
Parechovirus infections usually cause no symptoms or only mild symptoms. But the virus can cause serious illness in babies and young children.
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Coxsackievirus Infections for Parents
Coxsackievirus infections can spread from person to person. In most cases, the viruses cause mild flu-like symptoms, but can lead to more serious infections.
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A to Z: Cytomegalovirus for Parents
Learn about viral infections and conditions that can affect pregnancy, newborn babies, and people with weakened immune systems.
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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.
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Enterovirus Infections for Parents
Enteroviruses are a common cause of infection in people of all ages, with symptoms that can range from mild to serious.
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The Flu for Kids
The flu is a virus that can make you sick for a week or longer. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Warts for Kids
Find out why kids get warts and how to get rid of them.
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Colds for Kids
More than 200 viruses can cause colds. Because there are so many, there isn't a vaccination to prevent you from getting colds. Fortunately, your body already has the best cold cure — your immune system.
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What Is Rotavirus? for Kids
Rotavirus is a virus that affects the digestive system. It can make people throw up a lot or have bad diarrhea.
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What Is Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease? for Kids
Hand, foot, and mouth disease can cause fever and blisters on the hands and feet and in the mouth and throat.