Meningitis is an infection that inflames the protective membranes around the brain and spinal cord, known as the meninges. It can cause severe complications, especially in infants, who may not show ...

As a parent, noticing unusual changes in your child’s health can be both worrying and confusing. Some symptoms may seem minor but could indicate serious health issues that require urgent attention. A ...

Signs of Lyme disease in children are similar to those in adults. Children can also develop systemic symptoms, including fever, chills, and muscle and joint aches. Lyme disease in children and adults ...

The most likely diagnosis for this infant is bronchiolitis. This illness is the most common reason for hospitalization of an infant or preschool-age child in the United States. [1] Bronchiolitis is ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Erie County’s Commissioner of Health, Dr. Gale Burstein, is a pediatrician, and she says there’s recently been “an unusual number” of childhood deaths pertaining to respiratory ...

Anemia in babies may manifest as pale skin, irritability, and a fast heart rate. Sometimes, mild to moderate anemia may not produce symptoms, but severe anemia can have very serious consequences. A ...

Recognising early signs of kids being overwhelmed by school is crucial for parents to support their children. Key indicators ...

Infants, toddlers and preschoolers exhibit symptoms of long COVID, but the symptoms can be different and more difficult to identify in these children, according to Rutgers Health research. The new ...