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Your child's health and safety is our top priority. Please search our resource library for information on health, nutrition, fitness, injury prevention and other important topics.

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Gastrointestinal Infections

Appendicitis In Kids and Teens

If your child has appendicitis, it may be a medical emergency. It’s important to know what to look for to get the right care early. Learn more here.

Ascariasis

Ascariasis is an intestinal infection that occurs when the eggs of a parasitic roundworm are ingested. Read about signs and symptoms, treatment, and tips for prevention.

Campylobacter Infections

These bacterial infections can cause diarrhea, cramping, belly pain, and fever. Good hand-washing and food safety habits can help prevent them.

Cholera

While cholera isn't common in the U.S., it can be a health threat elsewhere. Learn about cholera and how to prevent it.

Dengue Fever

Dengue fever can cause high fevers, headaches, rashes, and pain throughout the body. Find out what to do about dengue fever - and how to avoid it.

Diarrhea

Most kids battle diarrhea from time to time, so it's important to know what to do to relieve and even prevent it.

Fighting Germs

Bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa can cause disease. Here's how to help protect your family from germs.

Food Poisoning

Sometimes, germs can get into food and cause food poisoning. Find out what to do if your child gets food poisoning - and how to prevent it.

Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)

Gastroenteritis is an infection that causes nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and belly cramps. It's often called the stomach flu, and is a common illness.

Germs: Bacteria, Viruses, Fungi, and Protozoa

Germs are the microscopic bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa that can cause disease.