Childhood Illness

There is no need to be overly worried about an extra DPT immunization.

Decongestant nose spray is not routinely recommended for toddlers.

Immunizations are one of the most significant and cost-effective advances in medicine.

Despite an egg allergy, your child should probably be vaccinated against measles.

Scarlet fever is simply a "strep throat" with a rash.

Both warm and cool mist humidifiers accomplish the same thing -- getting moisture into the air.

Once your child is exposed to chickenpox, you won't know whether she has it for at least 10 days and for as long as 21 days.

If misused, Tylenol and other brands of acetaminophen have the potential for fatal injury to a toddler's liver.

Meningitis is a disease that is passed from person to person in close contact with mouth and nasal secretions.

This article will help you problem-solve when your child has abdominal pain.

By FamilyEducation Editorial Staff

A brief guide to over-the-counter drugs for children.