Children's Health Videos

Doctors can ease the symptoms of SMA and strengthen muscles by boosting production of a specific protein. Which gene do they have their sights set on?

After spina bifida kept him in a wheelchair, 5-year-old Blake defied the odds and walked across the stage at his preschool graduation.

These habits weaken your body’s defenses against germs. What takes a toll, and how can you turn it around?

Does this rare but serious infection always come with a dark purple rash? How is it spread? Do you need antibiotics? Here’s what you need to know.

Doctors track Ellie McGinn’s rare genetic disorder through remote technology so they can better understand how it develops. See how McGinn and her mother hope this new information can lead to a cure.

Meningitis happens when nerve tissue around the brain and spinal cord becomes inflamed. How do people transmit this infection, and what common symptoms appear?

A seizure happens when a strong burst of electrical activity sends faulty messages to the brain. What do the two different types look like?

Treatments can help you avoid serious health problems brought on by bacteria and viruses.

If your child is prone to nausea during road trips, take these measures before you set off on your next adventure.

Treacher Collins affects how a child’s facial features develop. Get to know what symptoms characterize this syndrome, and how treatments can help.

The same bacteria that causes strep throat brings on the red rash that gives this infection its name.

Two things are certain about raising kids. They'll get sick, and you'll have lots of medicine options. Our Pharmacist expert answers your questions.

Help your child stop wetting the bed by separating bedwetting facts from fiction.

What causes bedwetting in children?

Knowing the risks of meningitis and how it spreads can save your life.

Learn what steps to take after you spot lice in your child’s hair.

Explore different types of meningitis and how each can become a more serious infection.

We've all heard of meningitis but what is it exactly?

Know the signs of meningitis before the infection spreads and causes further damage.

Learn to help your child with his or her bedwetting, step by step.

Can health care workers skip the antibiotics if they've been exposed to whooping cough? A new study aims to find out.

A high fever and rash are signs of roseola, a common viral infection in children. How is it spread, and how do you treat it?

Mumps is a contagious disease that can give you a swollen jaw, puffy cheeks, and other problems. How can you avoid it?

Whooping cough, or pertussis, causes dangerous fits. Learn about the vaccine and what to do if you or your child gets it.

Need another reason for kids to wash their hands? It prevents sores, rashes, and blisters.

Worried the kiddos won't be well-rested when school starts again? Get back into the swing of things with a bedtime routine.

Dial down the volume and listen up for the best tips to save your ears from further damage.

The chances of being seriously hurt at an amusement park are low, but it’s important to follow the rules and practice a few safety measures.

Is your child’s fever a reason to panic? Should you go ahead and call your pediatrician?

How to relieve your kid's stuffy nose and cough without a trip to the doctor's office.

Before you reach for the Flintstones vitamins, ask your pediatrician how you can make sure your child gets their daily nutrients.

Super lice? Sounds like a comic book character, but these pesky critters are the real deal.

Parents are worried about their kids on the football field for fear of concussions. Learn how to spot the signs and what you can do to prevent trauma from a head blow.

Youngsters are prone to infection, but is it safe for them to get a flu vaccine? And why should you get one every year?

Worried your child is stressed? Ease the anxiety and look for these behaviors.

Block contagious bugs crawling around your child’s daycare. Get tips to keep you and your little one from feeling under the weather.

A balanced routine is important if your child is stressed beyond normal. Here’s how you can structure their day.

Itchy lice are such a bother. So how do you get rid of them? Do home remedies work? Or do you need a prescription?

Experts and parents discuss their experiences with newborn hearing loss and treatment.

Protect your infants, children, and teens from EV-D68 or Enterovirus D68.

Learn the danger of leaving your child alone in a hot car.

Get some great tips on how to keep your kids happy and hydrated during the summer.

Do kids need more exercise than adults? Less exercise? WebMD's pediatrician tells the audience what kids need every day, plus how much time kids are actually spending in front of the TV and computer.

A 9-year-old girl wants to know what to eat to be healthy. WebMD experts talk about MyPlate and how to fill your plate with healthy foods.

Is fever any different in a toddler? Dr. Hansa has the answer

An expert overview of pesticides and how we can limit our exposure to them.

Is injury from toxic exposure reversible? Pediatrician and environment health expert Philip Landrigan, MD, offers insight.

What’s the secret to controlling your child’s weight? The answer may surprise you.