Articles Index
Summer Time Infections
There are many infections that are common in the late spring and summer, including Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and enteroviral infections. All can affect children.
Swine Flu News - Swine Flu Timeline
Worry about a pandemic, a global outbreak, is not something new or that we just started to think about with the swine flu A (H1N1) cases. Review the latest news on the swine flu A (H1N1) outbreaks.
Swine Flu Vaccine
As the swine influenza A (H1N1) virus is a new virus, there is no swine flu vaccine available to prevent infections. Learn more about plans to make a swine flu vaccine and who will get it.
Splinters - Splinter Removal and Prevention
Kids commonly get splinters, often because they like to walk around barefoot and because they frequently play in and around places that make them prone to getting splinters, such as wooden playground equipment, backyards, and parks. Learn how to remove and prevent splinters, including when to see your pediatrician for help.
Probiotics for Kids
Probiotics seem like they are the next "new thing" in infant and child nutrition. Should you give your child probiotics as a supplement, from yogurt, or infant formula?
Don't Panic - Your Kid Has Lice
Unfortunately, the first reaction for many parents in dealing with head lice is to panic. Panicking is not going to kill the head lice though and will likely lead to over-treatment and anxiety in your child who may be concerned that they have "bugs" in their hair. Learn how to treat head lice so that you don't panic if and when your kids get lice.
Head Lice Home Remedies
Review the symptoms of head lice infestations and get information about some of the natural remedies and home remedies for treating head lice.
Head Lice Treatments for Kids
Learn the basics of diagnosing and treating kids with head lice infestations.
Noxzema and Eczema
Review whether or not Noxzema would be a good moisturizer for children with eczema and which other moisturizers might make better choices.
Moisturizers for Eczema
Moisturizers are one of the main treatments for eczema, both to prevent and treat eczema flares. Learn how to choose and properly use a moisturizer for your child with eczema.
Heat Stroke Symptoms
Heat stroke is a serious condition; even if treated, many people with heat stroke will die. This makes it important to learn to avoid heat stroke and just as importantly, learn to recognize heat stroke symptoms.
Acne Treatment - New Acne Medications
Learn about new acne treatment medications, such as Acanya gel, CLENZIderm M.D. gel, Doryx, Epiduo gel, and Solodyn, and review older acne medications to find the right acne treatment for your child.
Fireworks Safety
Although fireworks are a summer tradition for many families, injuries from fireworks don't have to be if you follow these fireworks safety tips.
Simplicity Crib Recalls
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, at least 13 children have tragically died in recalled Simplicity cribs and bassinets over the last few years. Review the list of Simplicity crib recalls and recalled bassinets and play yards to make sure you don't have one.
Accidents and Tragedies
Accidents are a leading cause of death for children. From car accidents to falls, these recent accident stories from the news are a good example of just how common childhood accidents can be and are a good reminder of how to prevent common accidents.
Vaccine Shortage Update
Learn about the current vaccine shortages and delays, including the current Hib vaccine shortage and how it may affect your child.
Hidden Dangers and Child Safety
Many parents are unaware of child safety hazards that exist beyond drownings, car accidents, or house fires. Shopping cart injuries, TVs that tip over, and accidents on trampolines, ATVs, bunk beds all add up to common sources of injuries and deaths for children. Learn how to protect your kids from the hidden dangers that can compromise child safety.
E. Coli Symptoms
Although these infections are not common, parents should be aware of the symptoms of E. coli O157:H7 infections, which can include bloody diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps.
Lyme Disease Rash
Erythema migrans is the classic Lyme disease rash that usually develops 7 to 14 days after getting bitten by an infected deer tick.
Gun Safety Guide
Having a gun in your home, especially if it is not stored properly, can be a significant risk factor for injury and death in children. Learn about gun safety to protect your kids.
Thunderstorm Safety - Severe Thunderstorms
Kids often get afraid when a thunderstorm rolls in. Because of the damage that severe thunderstorms and tornadoes can cause, many adults have a healthy fear of them too.
Insect Repellent - Best Insect Repellents for Kids
Learn which insect repellent is going to provide the best protection against biting insects and ticks, including those with DEET, Picaridin, and some natural insect repellents.
Lyme Disease
Understanding more about Lyme disease can help you to recognize and prevent a Lyme disease infection in your child and may also help you avoid confusing Lyme disease with other more common childhood infections.
Lyme Disease Symptoms
Learn about classic Lyme disease symptoms, including how to identify erythema migrans, so that you can recognize if your child has Lyme disease following a tick bite.
Strangulation Hazards
Suffocation is a leading cause of accidental death in children. Learn how to keep your kids safe and avoid strangulation hazards, such as window blind cords, clothing drawstrings, and soccer goal nets, etc.