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Medical Care and Your 4- to 7-Month-Old for Parents

Because your baby begins to show their personality during these months, your questions might focus on physical and social development.
Medical Care and Your 1- to 3-Month-Old for Parents

You probably have lots of questions about your baby's health. When should you call the doctor, and what medical care should you expect for your baby at this age?
Words to Know (Cancer Glossary) for Parents

Check out our cancer glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions.
Words to Know (Cancer Glossary) for Teens

Check out our cancer glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions.
Words to Know (Cancer Glossary) for Kids

Check out our cancer glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions.
Words to Know (Sports Medicine Glossary) for Parents

This glossary provides definitions for some common sports medicine terms.
Medical Care and Your 13- to 18-Year-Old for Parents

Regular visits help your teen's doctor keep track of changes in physical, mental, and social development. The doctor can also help your teen understand the importance of choosing a healthy lifestyle.
Gyn Checkups for Teens

Girls should get their first gynecological checkup between ages 13 and 15. Find out what happens during a yearly gyn visit -- and why most girls don't get internal exams.
Growth Plates for Parents

Growth plates are the areas of new bone growth, usually near the ends of long bones. A growth plate is weaker than solid bone. This makes it more likely to get injured.
X-Ray Exam: Hand for Parents

A hand X-ray can help doctors find the cause of pain, tenderness, swelling, and deformity. It also can detect broken bones or dislocated joints.

A KidsHealth Education Partner Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.