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Discussing organ donation with your teen before they apply for a driver’s license will help them make an informed decision that reflects their beliefs. ...

Hemophilia is an inherited bleeding disorder. Children with hemophilia can’t stop bleeding because they don’t have enough clotting factor in their blood. There are three main forms of hemophilia including Hemophilia A, Hemophilia B, and Hemophilia C. ...

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver that can damage and destroy liver cells. ...

Conjunctivitis, also known as “pink eye”, is an inflammation of the conjunctiva of the eye. In children, the condition is often grouped into either newborn conjunctivitis or childhood conjunctivitis. ...

Atopic dermatitis is a chronic skin condition. It causes dry, itchy skin. It’s a very common condition in babies and children. It usually first appears between ages 3 and 6 months. ...

An abscess is a pocket of infection. In the brain, an abscess may be in one or more areas. This condition may cause problems with how the brain and spinal cord function. It is a serious and life-threatening condition that needs to be treated right ...

Pulmonary atresia (PA) is a heart defect that happens when the fetal heart doesn’t form as it should. This can happen during the first 8 weeks of pregnancy. ...

Gastroesophageal refers to the stomach and esophagus. The esophagus is the tube that connects the throat to the stomach. Reflux means to flow back or return. Reflux happens because the lower esophageal sphincter in babies opens easily. ...

Turner syndrome (monosomy X or TS) is a genetic disorder that occurs in girls. It causes a variety of traits and problems. Girls with TS are shorter than most girls. They don’t go through normal puberty as they grow into adulthood. They may also have ...

Mood disorders are a group of mental health problems. They are sometimes called affective disorders. ...