Yellow fever is a disease caused by a virus carried by mosquitoes. It's called yellow fever because it can cause jaundice, which turns the skin yellow.
A glossary of terms for kids who want to learn about allergies.
Stay home or go to school? That's what you are probably wondering if you have the flu. Find out more.
If your tonsils get infected, it can make your throat feel very sore. Find out more in this article for kids.
A middle ear infection happens when germs like bacteria and viruses get in your middle ear and cause trouble. Read this article to find out more.
The flu is a virus that can make you sick for a week or longer. Find out more in this article for kids.
Chickenpox is a virus that causes red, itchy bumps. Find out more in this article for kids.
When your body is injured in some way, your nerves send messages to your brain about what's going on. Your brain then makes you feel pain. Read our pain-free article for kids.
Kissing is just one of the ways that someone can spread mononucleosis. Most people who get mono are teens or young adults, but kids can get it too.
Kids can get a kind of arthritis that causes joint pain. Find out more in this article for kids.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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