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Farsightedness (Hyperopia) for Parents
Farsightedness (hyperopia) is a vision problem that makes it hard to see nearby objects clearly.
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Transition of Care: Ulcerative Colitis for Parents
Most teens with ulcerative colitis should transition to an adult health care provider when they're between 18 and 21 years old. Here's how parents can help them do that.
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Health Care Providers: Optometrists for Parents
An optometrist is a doctor who examines eyes for problems, prescribes contact lenses and glasses and eye exercises, and diagnoses and treats eye diseases. They provide many of the same services as ophthalmologists, but they don't perform surgery.
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Transition of Care: Crohn's Disease for Parents
Most teens with Crohn's disease should transition to an adult health care provider when they're between 18 and 21 years old. Here's how parents can help them do that.
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Transition of Care: Inflammatory Bowel Disease for Parents
Most teens with IBD should transition to an adult health care provider when they're between 18 and 21 years old. Here's how parents can help them do that.
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Styes for Parents
A stye is a backed-up oil gland in the eyelid. Styes are usually easy to get rid of.
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How Can I Get Help in a Crisis? for Teens
If you’re dealing with a crisis, get help right away. Here's how to find people who will listen, talk with you, and help.
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How to Use 911 for Kids
You can be a big help when someone is hurt or in danger. How? By dialing 911. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Food Allergies for Parents
Food allergies can cause serious and even deadly reactions in kids, so it's important to know how to feed a child with food allergies and to prevent reactions.
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What Babysitters Need to Know About Safety for Teens
The most important part of babysitting is keeping kids safe. Here are some things to know.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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