Every year, 1 million babies are born with a heart defect, making congenital heart disease the most common type of birth defect in children.

While most children don't experience significant problems, some common congenital conditions make parents wonder when it is time to see the cardiologist.

Babies who spend a lot of time on their backs are more susceptible to developing a flattened shaped head. Learn how to help re-shape positional plagiocephaly.

Hernias can come from more than heavy lifting. Many parents are unaware of the importance of recognizing and caring for hernias that young children can develop.

A new study in the journal Pediatrics suggests that some infant noise machines produce dangerous sounds that exceed safe levels even for adults.

Caramel coloring may contain a chemical called 4-methylimidazole, or 4-MEI, which was found to cause cancer in mice.

Bunk beds are popular choice for kids' rooms, but it is important to know that bunk beds present some safety risks.

Melissa Berrios Johnson, MSW, social work trainer for CHOP's Homeless Health Initiative, was honored with the annual Award for Outstanding Service by the Health Care for the Homeless Clinicians’ Network.

The National Health Care for the Homeless Council (NHCHC) nominated CHOP’s Homeless Health Initiative (HHI) for the White House Champions of Change Award.

The American Academy of Pediatrics and the CDC have new guidelines for pediatricians about preventing antibiotic resistance.