Health

When you're about to have a C-section, a lot is going through your mind. (I mean, the thought of your baby being literally cut out of you is already too much, right?) But one concern you might have is the anesthesia they'll use for the surgery. You…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a nationwide voluntary recall of onions distributed by Thomson International Inc. over Salmonella concerns. The recall on onions includes red, yellow, white, and sweet yellow varieties that…

In an effort to restore traveler confidence amid the ongoing global coronavirus pandemic, one airline will cover COVID 19-related medical and funeral costs for passengers. Emirates Airlines has announced it will cover medical bills, quarantine…

While the days of wiping down groceries seem to be behind us, there are still so many questions about how long the virus remains on surfaces. With the start of school just around the corner and libraries across the country beginning to open up,…

Nobody prepared me for all of the weird stuff babies do. I knew about diaper changes and feeding and waking several times a night, but I wasn’t prepared to teach my son how to poop and pass gas or to expect a fake cough like he's some kind of…

When it comes to dental care, experts agree that starting early to develop proper oral hygiene habits is key. A variety of products aim to make brushing fun for little ones, but not all are created equal. What you need to know about fluoride and…

Shopping for face masks really is a family affair. Because at some point, everybody in your house is going to have to have to wear one, every day (if they're not already). And while it might be easier if you all ditched your masks after using them…

As parents and health officials continue to weigh the risks of returning to school this fall, a new study published in JAMA Pediatrics has added a new element to an already complicated conversation. Researchers at Ann & Robert H. Laurie Children's…

Now that face masks are an everyday accessory, everybody is starting to figure out what they like (and don't like) about certain styles. One of the most important thing about a mask is how well it fits. Luckily, there are plenty of adjustable face…

Your toddler wakes up with a runny nose for the third day in a row and this time there's a low-grade fever to go with it. You know it's time to call the pediatrician, which will mean a trip to the office and, likely, a coronavirus test just to be…

As research and knowledge surrounding the coronavirus has evolved, one thing has remained constant: the nasal swab test is unpleasant (to put it lightly). Adults have been vocal about how uncomfortable the experience is, so if your child is showing…

After months of quarantining mostly indoors, you’re probably desperately seeking some sort of safe outdoors activity for your family. A visit to the zoo might seem like the perfect way to spend a summer day (and, you know, get out of the house). But…

As more and more districts across the country make the difficult decision not to open for full time, in-person learning this fall, most schools are proposing a switch to remote learning or a hybrid of the two. Some schools, however, are reportedly…

Researchers in Philadelphia recently undertook a broad survey looking at pregnant women and risk of COVID-19 exposure, and uncovered a distressing disparity. According to their findings, Black and Hispanic expectant mothers were five times more…

As kids prepare to head back to school with the coronavirus pandemic still raging, the nationwide conversation has largely focused on how to prevent transmission of the disease between students and staff — but another, equally pressing concern is…

Dry cough and fever are some of the known signs of the novel coronavirus and, according to a new study on COVID-19 symptoms, there may be six different types of "clusters" to be aware of as the virus continues to spread. To reach their findings,…

Weeks after President Donald Trump criticized guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on reopening schools as being "expensive" and "very tough," the public health agency rolled out updated recommendations. But Democratic…

As more and more kids get tested for COVID-19, parents are faced with yet another pandemic-specific challenge: getting a child to sit still while a doctor sticks a very long cotton swab into their nostril. To be fair, even grown-ups are less than…

Weeks before Florida is set to reopen schools for in-person learning, coronavirus cases appear to be rising among children. Recent data from the Florida Department of Health has shown the number of children hospitalized with COVID-19 in the state…