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Find out what the well-child visit will involve when your child is 11.

Alpha thalassemia is a blood disorder in which the body has a problem producing alpha globin, a component of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that transports oxygen throughout the body.

Water safety is important at any age, but especially if you have babies or toddlers. Here's how to reduce drowning risks.

What Does the Heart Do? The heart is a pump, usually beating about 60 to 100 times per minute. With each heartbeat, the heart sends blood throughout our bodies, carrying oxygen to every cell. After ...

Coughing is a healthy reflex that helps clear the airways. A severe cough or one that lasts more than a week requires a medical checkup. But many coughs are caused by a virus that just needs to run ...

Fainting is a loss of consciousness that can be caused by many things. Here's what to do if your child faints or is about to faint.

Hyperthyroidism happens when the thyroid gland sends too much thyroid hormone into the blood. The most common cause of hyperthyroidism is Graves' disease.

Doctors use certain milestones to tell if a child is developing as expected. Here are some things your toddler may be doing this month.

You probably spend part of every day in a car or on the bus. Find out how to be a safe traveler in this article for kids.

What Is Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip? Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a problem with the way a baby's hip joint forms. Sometimes the condition starts before the baby is born, and ...

Most dieters regain the weight they lost by dieting when they go back to their old eating habits. Get our tips on the best ways to drop excess weight.