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  • Hey! A Tick Bit Me! for Kids


    A tick attaches itself to the skin of a person or animal and sucks blood. If you have a dog, it may have picked up a tick before! Learn more about ticks in this article for kids.

  • Bug Bites and Stings for Parents


    Most bug bites and stings are just annoying. But some can cause infections and allergic reactions. It's important to know what to watch for, and when to get medical attention.

  • Lyme Disease for Parents


    Lyme disease can affect the skin, joints, nervous system, and other organ systems. If Lyme disease is diagnosed quickly and treated with antibiotics, most people feel better quickly.

  • How to Handle a Splinter for Parents


    Taking a splinter out as soon as you spot it helps prevent infection and makes removal easier.

  • Babesiosis for Parents


    Babesiosis is a rare illness that happens when tiny parasites infect red blood cells, usually after a bite from an infected tick.

  • Hey! A Brown Recluse Spider Bit Me! for Kids


    The brown recluse spider is one of six poisonous kinds of spiders in the United States. Learn more about the brown recluse spider.

  • Do You Know How to Be Street Smart? for Kids


    Strangers are people you don't know, so you need to be careful. Read this article for kids to learn how to stay safe.

  • 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.

  • Vitiligo for Parents


    While vitiligo might make kids self-conscious, this skin condition is not medically dangerous. Kids with vitiligo are as healthy as other kids.

  • Tick Removal: A Step-by-Step Guide for Parents


    It's important to remove a tick as soon as possible. Follow these steps.