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health & safety topics

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.

Food Allergies

Food allergies can cause serious reactions. Find out how to keep kids safe and respond in an emergency.

General Health

Keeping kids healthy is a big job! Read up on common conditions and illnesses, body basics, caring for sick kids, and much more.

Growth & Development

What should you expect as your child grows? Learn how to understand and deal with your child's changing body and mind from infancy through the teen years.

Heart Health Content List

Are you heart smart? Learn more about this amazing muscle, including how to care for kids with heart conditions.

Heart Loop Recorder

Learn about arrhythmias and related information on the heart.

Helping With Homework

Get tips and advice on helping kids and teens with classwork and problems at school.

Infections

All kids get sick from time to time. When your child isn't feeling well, you'll want to know how to recognize the symptoms, how to help, and when to call the doctor. Here's what you need to know about common and not-so-common infections.

KidsHealth Videos

Watch our videos to learn more about health conditions, medical procedures and treatments, baby care, body basics, and much more.

Nutrition & Fitness

Good nutrition and exercise are important, but how do you feed a picky eater or encourage kids who don't like sports to play outside? Find out how to keep kids active and eating well.