Kids and Teens

Make sure your kids’ and teen has all the information he or she needs to make smart decisions about puberty, sexuality, food, fitness and emotional well-being.

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  • Is Your Child Too Busy?

    Overscheduling your child can lead to them feeling tired, stressed and sleep deprived. Limit their schedule to keep your child…

  • A baby cries in distress. Intussusception is a serious problem with the intestine that prevents the passage of food through the intestine. It is a medical emergency.

    Intussusception

    Description: Intussusception is a serious problem with the intestine that prevents the passage of food through the intestine.

  • Closeup of a mother helping her toddler walk in the grass

    Intoeing

    Most people’s feet point straight ahead or outward. Some people, however, have feet that point inward. This is called…

  • hand holding a lubrication spray can

    Inhalant Use

    Inhalant use is a form of substance use disorder that involves breathing in or sniffing household products on purpose to…

  • An older woman gets a flu shot. There are a lot of myths surrounding the flu.

    Immunization Schedules

    Certain immunizations are important at every age to reduce illness, hospitalization, or death.

  • A close-up of a boy getting an injection in his right upper arm

    HPV Vaccine is for Boys, Too

    Girls—and boys—can both benefit from getting the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. The vaccine reduces chances of developing some cancers later…

  • mother and daughter embrace and smile at each other

    How to Support Your Teen’s Emotional Health

    Here are things to consider when evaluating your teen’s emotional health.

  • A happy smiling teenage couple hugs and looks at each other at a park. Deciding to have sex is a personal choice. It's important to be aware of the related health concerns before engaging in sexual activity.

    How to Make Decisions About Sex

    Advice for teens and young adults on the safety and health concerns involved in deciding to engage in sexual…

  • How to Give Your Child Medicine

    Learn what parents should know in order to safely give prescription and nonprescription medicine to children.

  • Large version of the gay pride flag

    Homosexuality: Facts for Teens

    Sexuality and gender identity can be confusing for teens. There are a lot of terms to become familiar with to…

  • illustration of red blood cells in the bloodstream and Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS)

    Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome

    Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome is a condition that results from a digestive system infection.

  • Kids leaning against lockers

    Helping Your Child Deal with Peer Pressure

    Children of all ages experience peer pressure. As a parent, you can help your child deal with peer pressure and…

  • Young boy choosing between an apple and donuts

    Helping Your Child Achieve a Healthy Weight

    Excessive weight gain or obesity in childhood can lead to serious health problems later in life. A healthy diet and…

  • Doctor listens to young girl’s heartbeat

    Heart Murmurs

    A heart murmur is an abnormal noise between heartbeats. It can be a sign of a heart problem.

  • young Asian boy with hearing device in ear

    Hearing Problems in Children

    Hearing loss in children can be caused by a number of factors. Recognizing the symptoms early increases the chances of…

  • Little girl smiling as doctor examines her ear

    Hearing Evaluation in Children

    Hearing evaluations are key in early diagnosis and intervention of childhood hearing loss. Early intervention will provide you with more…

  • Kids on iPad

    Healthy Screen Time Habits

    Limiting kids’ screen time and building healthy habits for TV, video games, and the internet is essential for lifelong…

  • kids breakfast of oatmeal layered with fruit and nuts so it looks like an owl

    Healthy Eating for Kids

    Eating healthy begins at a young age. Consider these tips for your young children.

  • A child scratches her head with a look of discomfort on her face. Head lice are small wingless insects that can get on your hair and scalp. Lice bites may cause scratching, skin irritation or infection.

    Head Lice

    Head lice are small wingless insects that can get on your hair and scalp. Lice bites may cause constant scratching,…

  • gun with lock wrapped around it

    Gun Safety Tips for Families

    Gun safety should be taken seriously in your home and in any home where your child plays, visits, or…