Kidney stones have become more common among children and young adults over the past few decades. Get expert advice that everyone can follow to prevent kidney stones.

In his op-ed, Dr. Offit gives a brief summary of a family's experience with autism and their desperate attempt to treat their son that ended in a tragedy. He then addresses why mercury in vaccines is not the cause of autism and why this myth has been so prevalent.

CHOP Lactation Director Diane L. Spatz, PhD, RN-BC, FAAN, shared her 10-step model for breastfeeding support to vulnerable infants at the Third Annual International Conference on Breastfeeding Sick Babies in Bangkok, Thailand. 

With help from their friends in the Child Life Department, patients at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia learn to "shake it off" and celebrate Child Life Month.

BMI during infancy may help predict if a child will be obese by age 4. CHOP experts say studying infant growth patterns may lead to better, earlier obesity prevention.            

Help your kids adjust more smoothly to daylight saving time changes with these tips from CHOP's pediatric Sleep Center.

The Philadelphia Academy of Surgery honored Dr. Scott Adzick for contributions to the fetal surgery field.

A puzzling multisystem disorder leads to discovery of a new genetic syndrome, and an end to families’ "diagnostic odysseys."

Symptoms of strep throat, how to treat it if it is strep, and more tips for soothing sore throats.

CHOP’s Pet Therapy Program is expanding from 30 dogs up to 80 dogs and owners, thanks to a generous donation by Gerald B. Shreiber.