Stomach Bugs in Children
Stomach bugs, also called gastroenteritis, are very common in young children. You can treat most stomach bugs at home by making sure your child keeps drinking and gets plenty of rest.
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Orthopox (Monkeypox)
Answers to these frequently asked questions about orthopox (monkeypox) may help you better understand the virus.
Head Lice: The Latest on Treating Lice and Stopping Their Spread
The mere mention of head lice makes everyone itchy but there's no reason to panic if your child gets them - they don't carry disease and are easily treated.
Talking about Scary Topics with Kids
Get expert advice from CHOP pediatricians on how to have difficult conversations with your children.
Three Signs Your Child Might Need Ear Tubes
Everything you need to know about ear tubes: from how to know if your child needs them, to what to expect after surgery and longer term.
Feeding a Picky Eater: The Do's and Don'ts
A CHOP psychologist offers her “do’s” and “don’ts” for helping picky eaters expand their palates — and how to know when it’s time to seek professional help.
How to Prevent and Treat the Stomach Flu
Can you really prevent the norovirus from infecting your family? Yes! A CHOP physician and infection prevention expert explains how.
What to Do if Your Child Has Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common childhood illness that gets its name from the distinctive rash that appears in the mouth and on the hands and feet.
Screen Test: Being Aware of Violence in Movies
Parents should know that being aware of how prevalent violence is in movies is important, according to a new study in the journal Pediatrics.
Measles Outbreak: How to Protect Your Family
Get information about the latest measles outbreak, how to protect your kids, and the safety of the MMR vaccine.