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  • Ebola for Parents


    When people with Ebola are correctly diagnosed, isolated, and cared for, the risk of passing the disease to others is low.

  • Common Questions About Vaccines for Parents


    Vaccines protect kids from potentially deadly diseases. Learn about what they are, how they work, and what they do.

  • Birth Defects for Parents


    Some birth defects are minor and cause no problems. Others can be serious and require lifelong treatment.

  • Strep Throat In Kids and Teens for Parents


    Strep throat is a common cause of sore throat in kids and teens. It usually requires treatment with antibiotics, but improves in a few days.

  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease for Teens


    Inflammatory bowel disease is an ongoing illness caused by an inflammation of the intestines. There are two kinds of IBD: Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.

  • Genital Warts (HPV) for Teens


    You've probably heard lots about sexually transmitted diseases. The good news is that STDs can be prevented. For information on how to protect yourself and how to treat genital warts, read this article.

  • Genital Warts (HPV) for Parents


    Genital warts usually are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which also can lead to cervical cancer and other types of cancer. A vaccine can prevent HPV infection.

  • Nephrotic Syndrome for Parents


    Nephrotic syndrome happens when tiny filtering units in the kidneys stop working properly. This can cause weight gain and other symptoms. Most kids eventually outgrow it.

  • Lou Gehrig's Disease (ALS) for Kids


    Lou Gehrig's disease refers to a disorder called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS. This disease damages the neuromuscular system, which allows the body to move.

  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease for Kids


    It's normal to get a stomachache once in a while, but some kids have something more serious called inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Find out more about it.