Most children don't need cough syrup, experts say. Learn safe home remedies, age restrictions, and when to see a doctor for your child's cough.

Ready or not, back-to-school season is here, and kids will be bringing home more than homework. They’ll be carrying germs, too. These viruses and bacteria will be agents that cause the common cold, ...

New Hampshire is seeing a rise in whooping cough cases this year, stoking concern among healthcare providers in the state.

With cold weather on the horizon, it's essential to understand the symptoms and risks associated with common winter illnesses like colds, flu, strep throat and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). These ...

In the wake of the cough syrup controversy linked to multiple child deaths, pediatricians share top tips to pick cough syrups for children.

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE/AP) – Back-to-school time is exciting for kids across the county. However, it also means the return of germs you don’t see during the summer coming home with your kids. Up to 80 ...

TULSA, Okla. — The Oklahoma State Department of Health is reporting a rise in flu cases compared to last year at this time. In response, some schools across Tulsa are stepping up their efforts to ...

Credit: Getty Images. Proper hygiene, vaccinations, and healthy habits can all reduce the spread of diseases as kids return to school. The Conversation — Ready or not, back-to-school season is here, ...