An infectious disease causing swelling or inflammation of the tissue covering the spinal cord and brain.

Certain teens and young adults have a higher risk of getting meningococcal disease. College students, especially freshmen who live in dorms and military recruits, are at an increased risk compared with others in this age group. It's important to know how to protect yourself because meningococcal disease

Information and guidance on normal menstrual bleeding, often called a "period".

Cramps in the lower belly or pelvis. They start during the first 1 or 2 days of a girl’s period. Cramps only happen during menstrual bleeding. Report of cramps in the past are helpful. Cramps often don’t start until periods are present for over 1 year.

The middle ear is the space behind the eardrum that is usually filled with air. When a child has middle ear fluid (otitis media with effusion), it means that a watery or mucus-like fluid has collected in the middle ear. Otitis media means middle ear inflammation, and effusion means fluid.

Almost all children bump their heads every now and then. While these injuries can be upsetting, most head injuries are minor and do not cause serious problems. In very rare cases, problems can occur after a minor bump on the head. This publication was written by the American Academy of Pediatrics to

Molluscum are small raised growths that have a smooth, waxy surface. Viral infection of the skin

A skin disease caused by a virus, somewhat similar to warts

In the rare event that an adult in your household develops monkeypox, share this information with your pediatrician and discuss what you can do to protect your child from infection. Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about monkeypox.

Mononucleosis (mono) is a viral infection of the lymph nodes. Main symptoms are sore throat and widespread swollen lymph nodes

A disease caused by the Epstein-Barr virus; the illness is commonly known as mono.

Fiber is an important nutrient that most children (and parents) are not getting enough of each day. As parents, you do your best to feed your family healthy foods, but you may need help with choosing good sources of fiber. Read on for more information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about fiber.

Bites from a mosquito cause itchy, red bumps. Often they look like a hive.

Through the bite of an infected mosquito. West Nile disease may also be spread by blood transfusion and organ donation.

Symptoms triggered by a spinning, rocking or rolling motions. The main symptoms are dizziness and nausea

Information and guidance on minor symptoms a child may have from a motor vehicle accident but has no serious injury.