Children's Health and Parenting - Original Articles

'Tis the season for allergies. Learn how keep them from spoiling your holiday fun.

Here, we reveal some little-known facts about what to expect when you're expecting.

Snacking at the movies may not be as innocent as it seems.

Here are a few of the most common myths concerning food, and the truths or fictions behind them. What you read will surprise you.

The best present you can give Dad is the gift of health. Get inspired with these unique ideas.

Summer beach vacations may be an American tradition, but take heed--some of the country's most popular destinations may be hazardous to your health.

Looking for the perfect spot to enjoy your golden years? Avoid these destinations at all costs.

Find out how you can protect your teen or pre-teen against infection.

Youth sports can offer tremendous opportunities for friendship, fitness, and positive development--if parents practice good sportsmanship.

Autism affects one out of every 150 births. What role do vaccines actually play in the prevalence of this disorder? Get the facts now.

Knowing the symptoms of bacterial meningitis could mean the difference between life and death.

One in five orthodontic patients is an adult, proving you're never too old for braces. Learn more about the latest teeth-straightening options.

A highly contagious childhood illness, chicken pox can make your child uncomfortable for about a week. Here, some ways to ease the itching.

Sexually transmitted diseases can be hard to spot; in fact, some may have no symptoms at all. Here, how to pinpoint and prevent the three most common offenders.

Follow these tips to help protect your children from this degenerative bone disease.

Early steps in childhood to keep cholesterol low can help reduce the risk of heart disease or stroke later in life.

For many parents, sending their children to camp is a nerve-wracking experience. Follow our guide to help keep your kids safe.

Find out why more and more women are turning to cosmetic surgery to regain their pre-pregnancy figures.

Find out what the statistics about teen pregnancy means for you and your teenager.

Will getting the flu shot prevent you from getting sick? Find out here.

Wasps, honeybees, and yellow jackets are some of the more notorious stinging pests, and they result in approximately 100 deaths per year.

Learn how to cope with poison ivy, poison oak, and other notorious summer rashes.

Thinking of relocating with your children? Steer clear of these cities.

Simple screw-ups are a part of life, but in medicine, these mistakes can be fatal. Learn how to protect yourself.

Germs tend to lurk in the most unexpected places. Learn what you can do to protect yourself.

These critters could be doing their owners more harm than good.

Learn more about this increasingly common disorder, from risk factors to potential treatments.

Consider these factors to help determine which contraceptive method is right for you.

Barack Obama said that as president, he'd make big changes to health care. Will it help your family?

Could your teenager contract meningitis at camp, in the classroom, or at the college dorm? Here, what you can do to reduce your child's risks.