February 21, 2026

Parents' 'Gut Feelings' May Help Doctors Detect And Treat Serious Illness Among Children

Doctors would do well to heed any gut feelings parents might have about their child’s health, a new study says.

February 10, 2026

Food Allergies Aren't Entirely Driven By Genetics, Review Finds

Genes aren’t the only factor at play in determining which children will develop a food allergy, a new evidence review says.

February 9, 2026

Strep Throat: What It Is, Symptoms, Causes, and Living With It

Strep throat is a common throat infection that often causes a sore throat, fever and trouble swallowing. It tends to come on quickly and may feel worse than a typical cold. While strep throat is most common in children and teens, people of all ages can get it.

January 12, 2026

Childhood Cancer Survivors Age More Rapidly, Genetics Show

More kids than ever are surviving cancer, but a new study shows how their childhood brush with the disease continues to haunt their health into adulthood.