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Retinoblastoma
Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatments for this eye cancer that occurs in young children.
Fetal alcohol syndrome
This condition results from alcohol exposure before birth. The exposure causes lifelong problems with behavior, learning, thinking and physical development.
Cardiomyopathy
This disease of the heart muscle makes it harder for the heart to pump blood to the rest of the body. Learn the different types and how they're treated.
Epiglottitis
A blocked windpipe needs prompt treatment.
Broken collarbone
This common injury is usually the result of falling, playing sports or being in a traffic accident.
Ear tubes
Learn about the procedure for placing ear tubes used to treat middle ear problems.
Noonan syndrome
This genetic condition stops typical development in parts of the body. It may include unusual facial features, short height, heart problems or other issues.
Chiari malformation
Learn about this brain condition in which brain tissue extends into the spinal canal.
Conjoined twins
If an early embryo only partially separates and two babies develop, they remain physically connected — most often at the chest, abdomen or pelvis.
COVID-19 in babies and children
Know the symptoms of COVID-19 in children, what to do if your child appears sick and how to keep your family healthy.
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