Asthma can be a daunting diagnosis for parents, but it can be managed effectively with the right knowledge and tools. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, discusses how asthma affects the airways and makes ...

The essential guide to understanding, preventing, and responding to food allergies in children Food allergies have become increasingly common in American households, affecting between 4-8% of children ...

Food allergies in children are becoming increasingly common—and often misunderstood. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, breaks down the difference between an allergy and an intolerance, the most common ...

A recurrent theme of this year's AAFP Scientific Assembly was the evaluation and management of behavior problems in childhood. A series of talks focused on this issue and was led off by Dr. Barbara ...

One in five children have a real fear of the dentist, making routine checkups a stressful encounter for dentists, patients, and parents alike. (Courtesy Getty Images ...

The coronavirus is having a disturbing impact around the world. It is affecting many school-aged children and adolescents who for the obvious reasons have no experience in studying online and ...

When searching for answers, expert advice matters. Here’s what dermatologists recommend to help caregivers confidently manage moderate to severe eczema in kids.

Many parents are all too familiar with angry outbursts from their children, from sibling squabbles to protests over screen time limits. But some parents may find it challenging to help their kids ...

Some parents may find it challenging to help their kids manage intense emotions. One in seven think their child gets angrier than peers of the same age and four in 10 say their child has experienced ...

With the remote school year over, summer and day camps closed or operating under capacity, and folks going back to work in droves, childcare is a... While many childcare centers closed back in March, ...

CANTON Akron Children's Hospital has taken over management of Aultman Hospital's neonatal intensive unit and maternal fetal medicine practice. The partnership between the hospitals was announced last ...