RSV is a viral illness that causes symptoms such as trouble breathing. It’s the most common cause of inflammation of the small airways in the lungs (bronchiolitis) and pneumonia in babies.

Colic is when a healthy baby cries for a very long time for no obvious reason. It is a common problem that affects some babies during the first 6 weeks of life.

Exercise is an important part of keeping children healthy. Encouraging healthy lifestyles in children and teens is important for when they grow older.

Symptoms of eye problems in children include crossed eyes, redness in the eyes, squinting, and excessive tearing.

A tonsillectomy may be recommended if your child has throat infections that keep coming back. Adenoidectomy is recommended if your child has a lot of trouble breathing through the nose. Often the tonsils and adenoids are removed at the same time.

Detailed information on allergy testing for children, including blood tests and skin tests.

Detailed information on dust mite allergens.

Detailed information on the differences between cold symptoms and symptoms of allergies.

From bed coverings to air purifiers, from pets to secondhand smoke, here are ideas to keep your child's asthma triggers under control.

Learn about asthma flare-ups in your child, including symptoms to recognize.