Health

Watching a kid struggle with allergies is never easy. But you'll both breathe easier when you have the info you need to prevent attacks. Here's what you need to know about diagnosing symptoms, treatment options, and living with allergies.

How can you tell if your child is suffering from asthma? Learn what it is, how to manage it, and how to live with ashma. Plus: What kinds of physical activities are best for kids with allergies? Find out here.

Those sneezy, runny nose, stuffy head symptoms are an all-too-common childhood complaint when kids get a cold. Get the answers you need to help your child feel better fast. Plus: Are all over-the-counter cold medicines safe for your kid? Find out here.

Parents often use the term flu to describe a stomach bug, but the true flu (short for influenza) can be a serious concern for kids. Here's what you need to know about diagnosis, treatment, and symptoms. Plus: Learn the simple things you can do at home to comfort your kid.

Not all coughs are the same. Some come with colds, others are a symptom of disease, still others present themselves with an asthma attack. Here's what you need to know about your kid's cough, how to treat it, and when to get emergency help.

Is your child hyper, impulsive, or have a super-short attention span? It could be attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Learn about the signs, diagnosis, and treatment and get the support you need to help your kid stay focused.

Raising a kid with autism has its own set of concerns and challenges. Here's what you need to know about diagnosis, screening, and living with autism. Get the advice and support to help your child thrive.

As kids get a little older, it can be tricky for a parent to recognize the symptoms of an ear infection. Here's how to spot the symptoms.

Here's everything you need to know about head lice, including what it is, how to treat it, and how to get rid of it.

Is your kid ready to get her ears pierced? Here's how it's done plus everything you need to know about caring for newly pierced ears and what types of complications you should watch for.

What is eczema? Learn about the symptoms, how to treat this skin disorder, and long-term prognosis. Plus: Best moisturizers, environmental influences, and how diet and nutrition can make a difference.

Are you not quite sure what's wrong with your kid? We have all the info you need about fever, stomach problems, disease and infection, and more. The path to a healthy happy kid starts here.