Read Posts About Health & Wellness
Promoting the health and well-being of children and adolescents is critical to Lurie Children's mission. Our blog covers everything that parents and caregivers need to know, with news and research from our leading pediatric experts. Read more here.
From PCOS to PMOS: What You Need to Know
PCOS has been renamed PMOS. Learn what the renaming means, key symptoms to watch for and how early diagnosis protects your child's long-term health.
Read More
Protecting Your Child from Poor Air Quality
Children are particularly vulnerable to poor air quality due to their developing lungs and higher exposure. Our expert explains how to recognize symptoms and protect children, especially those with asthma or immune conditions.
Read More
How to Prevent Hot Car Deaths in Children
Find out a few easy steps you can take to prevent hot vehicle-related injury or even death.
Read More
Is Your Child Dehydrated? Here's What Every Parent Should Know
Dehydration can look a bit different for everyone. We take a closer look at some common questions people may ask about dehydration.
Read More
Probiotics for Kids
Curious about probiotics for your child? Our expert dietitian breaks down what probiotics are, how they work and if they're safe for kids of all ages.
Read More
GLP-1 Medications for Obesity: A Parent's Guide
Our experts offer a parent's guide to GLP-1 obesity medications for adolescents and teens, which covers FDA-approved options, safety data, side effects, nutrition tips and questions to ask your doctor.
Read More
Blood Pressure in Kids: What Parents Need to Know
This guide helps parents understand what's normal, recognize warning signs, and take action with simple lifestyle changes that can make a big difference in their child's heart health.
Read More
When to Take Your Child to the Pediatrician, Immediate Care or ER
When a child is sick, parents and caregivers must quickly make a choice: Where should they turn for medical care?
Read More
Bird Flu (H5N1) and Your Child: What Parents Need to Know
Is Bird Flu a threat to your child? Our infectious disease expert cuts through the confusion regarding H5N1 and explains the crucial ways to keep your family protected.
Read More
Does My Child Have Diabetes?
A diabetes diagnosis can be life-changing, but recognizing the signs early is critical. Our pediatric experts break down the often-subtle symptoms of diabetes in children to ensure your child gets the quick diagnosis and care they need.
Read More
Is Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Safe for Kids?
Learn the critical safety rules for giving children Acetaminophen (Tylenol). We cover how to dose by weight, the safety of Tylenol during pregancy and any other questions you may have.
Read More
Screen Time Statistics Reveal How Parents Use Screens as Babysitters, Educators, and Entertainment Tools
To better understand how families are managing the complex digital relationship with screens, we surveyed parents across the U.S. with children aged 13 and under about their kids’ screen time habits.
Read More