Untreated appendicitis can have serious consequences. But surgery may not be the only option for children with appendicitis.

Every year, more than half a million teenagers experience a serious concussion. These brain injuries often leave lasting damage, but to what extent?

The exact cause of childhood eczema is not known, but it may involve an issue with the immune system that increases the risk of other health problems.

Previous studies have shown that the amount of weight that women gain during pregnancy can significantly affect the baby's health. And it's possible that a child's health could be affected throughout childhood and beyond.

With increasing survival rates for many types of childhood cancers, some of these cancers are approaching cures. Several key events have made this possible.

Broken bones and burns are often common injuries among children and teens. But some kids may be at greater risk than others for injury, such as those with epilepsy.

Sleep is very important to health, especially for children who are still physically developing. Anything that might interfere with sleep, such as TV, might lead to poor long-term habits.

Vaccinations can offer protection that prevents disease and saves lives. For HIV-infected patients, this protection may not last as long.

Most kids are pretty good at deciding what foods they will eat. How much they eat, however, is influenced by more than hunger.

In order to address childhood obesity, it's important to know how many children are obese in the US and whether that number is growing or shrinking.