Diaper rash is caused by irritation of the skin from urine and bowel movements . Baby's skin becomes sore and hurts when the diaper is wet or soiled. There are…

Instructions for Diarrhea – Adults and Children 1. Clear liquids until no diarrhea for 24 hours: Water, any flavor of Jell-O, Gatorade, Popsicles, Kool-     Aid, flat 7-Up, Ginger Ale,…

Why should I take better care of my diabetes? By taking care of your diabetes, you can lower your chance of getting other serious medical problems. If you have diabetes,…

What is Depression? Depression is a medical illness like diabetes or high blood pressure. It affects about 17% or people at some time in their lives. It's twice as common…

Croup is a spasm (tightening of the muscles) around the larynx (voice box). This spasm causes frightening sounds. Your child will have a cough that sounds like a seal barking.…

The purpose of this diet is to reduce the level of cholesterol in the blood and to reduce the risk of heart disease. General Directions 1.  Avoid or restrict high…

Description A very contagious, mild disease caused by herpes zoster virus. It can affect all ages, but most common in children.   Frequent Signs & Symptoms The following are usually…

Calcium is a mineral that helps keep you body healthy. Calcium is very important for infants, growing children and teens, and pregnant women. This is because calcium builds strong teeth…

The American Cancer Society Guidelines for the Early Dectection of Breast Cancer Finding breast cancer early is the key to successful treatment The American Cancer Society recommends every woman follow…

BMI, or body mass index, uses height and weight in a mathematical formula to determine a child's weight status compared to other children. BMI is not a measurement of body…