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Almost all babies, toddlers and children will get a common illness like strep throat or an ear infection during childhood. Learn all about the different infectious diseases and viruses and how to protect your child at every stage of development.

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Stomach Flu in Kids

As the seasons change, so does the risk of illness. With the flu, colds, and other germs lurking around every corner, it's important to take steps to keep your kids healthy. 

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Understanding Walking Pneumonia in Kids

Learn all about the different between regular pneumonia and walking pneumonia in kids and when to take your child to the doctor.

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Preventing Common Foodborne Illnesses in Children: Symptoms, Treatment, and Safety Tips

Understanding the most common foodborne illnesses, their symptoms, prevention, and treatment can help caregivers protect children from getting sick. Our Infectious Disease expert explains everything you need to know.

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Whooping Cough: What You Need to Know

Pertussis cases are spiking across the US, returning to pre-pandemic conditions. Learn how to tell the difference between a common cold and whooping cough.

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How to Boost Your Child’s Immune System

There’s plenty you can do to prevent your child from getting sick. Learn some ways to support and boost your child’s immune system to help keep them healthy. 

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Laryngitis in Kids

Is your child's voice hoarse or raspy? They might have laryngitis. Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment options for this common condition in children.

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Mpox in Kids: What Parents Need to Know

Learn more about monkeypox (mpox) and how children can contract it. 

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Vaccine Schedule for Children & Adolescents

Learn about the recommended childhood vaccines and immunizations for kids throughout development and some vaccination frequently asked questions.

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Lyme Disease in Children: Symptoms & Treatment

Lyme disease, an infectious disease brought on by bacteria-carrying ticks, can pose serious risks to your child’s health. Learn how to prevent, check for and remove ticks and what symptoms to look out for.

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Measles in Kids: Symptoms & Prevention

The recent measles outbreak has many parents and caregivers concerned. Our experts share what you need to know about measles in kids.

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Chickenpox Causes and Treatment

Could itchy red bumps on your child’s skin be chickenpox? Our pediatric expert explains everything you need to know.

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What Parents Should Know About RSV Prevention for Infants

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common and potentially dangerous virus that affects almost all infants and young children before the age of two. Now, there is a single-dose immunization that helps in the fight against RSV for infants younger than 19 months of age: Nirsevimab.

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