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What's the Difference Between Infectious and Contagious? for Teens
Find out what the experts have to say.
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A to Z: Herpes Simplex 1 for Parents
Learn about viral infections, types of herpes, and conditions that affect the mouth and face.
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What's a Birthmark? for Kids
Birthmarks, also known as hemangiomas, get their name for one reason: They are marks on the skin of a lot of newborn babies! Find out more about birthmarks in this article for kids.
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Your Child’s Development: 2 Years (24 Months) for Parents
Doctors use certain milestones to tell if a child is developing as expected. Here are some things your toddler may be doing this month.
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Your Child's Development: 15 Months for Parents
Doctors use certain milestones to tell if a child is developing as expected. Here are some things your toddler may be doing this month.
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When Is an Illness Contagious? for Parents
How do you know when a child's illness is in the contagious stage? Find out here.
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A to Z: Gingivostomatitis, Herpetic for Parents
Herpetic gingivostomatitis is a contagious mouth infection caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). It most often occurs in young children and is usually the first exposure a child has to the herpes virus (which is also responsible for cold sores and fever blisters).
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Learning, Play, and Your 1- to 3-Month-Old for Parents
After learning to recognize your voice, your face, and your touch, your baby will start responding more to you during these months and even give you a smile!
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How Long Is Mono Contagious? for Teens
If someone gets mono, the virus stays in that person's body for life. The virus may surface from time to time and possibly infect someone else. Here are the facts on how mono works.
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Dealing With Triggers: Pets for Parents
Do pets make your child's allergies or asthma worse? Here's how to handle it.