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  • What's a Fever? for Kids


    You've probably noticed that sometimes when you're sick, you feel really hot one minute and then freezing cold the next.

  • What's Yellow Fever? for Kids


    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.

  • What's Scarlet Fever? for Kids


    Scarlet fever is an infection caused by the same bacteria that cause strep throat. It's called scarlet fever because it causes a red, bumpy rash over most of the body.

  • What Is Kawasaki Disease? for Kids


    Kawasaki disease is pretty rare. Kids who have it may have a fever for up to 2 weeks.

  • What Is Roseola? for Kids


    Roseola is a sickness that mostly affects babies and toddlers. It can cause a high fever and a rash on the belly or chest.

  • What Are Symptoms? for Kids


    When you're sick, you usually have symptoms — body changes like a fever that let you know something's not right.

  • 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.

  • Strep Throat for Kids


    Strep throat gives you a sore throat and makes it hard to swallow. Find out more in this article for kids.

  • Allergy Glossary for Kids


    A glossary of terms for kids who want to learn about allergies.

  • The Flu: Should You Go to School? for Kids


    Stay home or go to school? That's what you are probably wondering if you have the flu. Find out more.