Kids Health
Rotavirus
Rotavirus disease is caused by a virus and is characterized by vomiting and watery diarrhea for three to eight days. Rotavirus is most common in infants and young children. However,…
Read MoreHand Foot & Mouth Disease
“Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a common viral illness that usually affects infants and children younger than 5 years old. However, it can sometimes occur in adults. Symptoms of…
Read MoreFighting the Stomach Flu
The norovirus is a very contagious virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea. It is more commonly referred to as the stomach flu or stomach bug. You can get norovirus illness many…
Read MoreManaging Eczema
Eczema is a common term for atopic dermatitis, a skin condition characterized by inflamed skin with itching, dryness, and irritation. It typically begins to appear in childhood and in many…
Read MoreEar Infections: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Ear infection (otitis media) is one of the most common illnesses of childhood and the primary cause for antibiotic use in children, costing the U.S. roughly $5 billion each year. While all…
Read MoreLice: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Lice are tiny insects that live on humans and feed on blood. Lice lay (eggs) nits – which are often mistaken for dandruff – and hatch in 8-9 days. These…
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