Infant and toddler health
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Toe walking in children
Walking on toes or the balls of the feet is fairly common in children who are learning to walk. Most children outgrow it.
Thermometer basics: Taking your child's temperature
Thermometer options can be confusing. Know the best way to take your child's temperature.
Thalassemia
Some forms of this inherited blood disorder usually show up before the age of 2, often causing anemia. More severe forms of the disease require regular blood transfusions.
Slide show: Common baby rashes
You might expect your baby's skin to be flawless, but baby rashes and other skin conditions are common. Find out when treatment is needed.
Sleepwalking
People who get up and walk around while sleeping may not need treatment. But if it happens often, it could be a sleep disorder that needs treatment.
Scorpion sting
Scorpion stings are painful but rarely life-threatening. Young children and older adults are most at risk of serious complications.
Ringworm (scalp)
Learn more on causes, symptoms, treatments of this easily spread, itchy fungal skin infection and how to prevent it.
Rett syndrome
This rare genetic disorder affects the way the brain develops, causing a progressive inability to use muscles for eye and body movements and language.
Pink eye (conjunctivitis)
This highly contagious eye condition can be itchy and uncomfortable. But much like the common cold, it rarely requires medicine or staying home.
Pantry basics for a gluten-free holiday
Your favorite holiday dishes are back on the table, thanks to these gluten-free recipe substitutions from a Mayo Clinic chef.
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