What is Tuberculosis (TB)?TB is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when a person with untreated TB disease of
If you have untreated TB disease that can spread from person to person (TB disease in the lungs or throat), your health care provider may ask you to s
What is swimmer's itch?Swimmer's itch is a skin rash caused by an allergic reaction to small worm-like parasites called schistosomes (shiss-toe-soams)
Learn to identify common vision concerns in children younger than 4 years of age. By recognizing vision concerns and their symptoms early on, you will
The majority of vision development occurs in the first few years of life. The older a child is at the time of diagnosis, the more difficult it may be
What is fifth disease?Fifth disease is an infection caused by a virus called parvovirus B19. It’s an infection of the airways and lungs. It often appe
Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or ibuprofen* (e.g. Advil®) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under
*Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider.For more information on Reye synd
What is Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD)?Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a rare, degenerative, fatal disease of the brain.Early symptoms may include
Why do I need iron?Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is found in your red blood cells and helps carry oxygen to all
Having high blood pressure means that blood is pushing too hard against artery walls. This can damage your arteries over time and increase your risk o
Why is iron important?Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is found in your red blood cells and helps carry oxygen to
