COVID-19 is a novel Coronavirus (a family of respiratory viruses) that began to spread in mainland China in December 2019. The virus causes flu like symptoms (fever, runny nose, cough, sneezing, body aches, and fatigue). In some cases, just like the influenza virus, it can cause severe breathing issues. As of the writing of this…

Arthritis is a condition that most people associate with older people. However, it can also affect kids of all ages. There are many different kinds of arthritis, but juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is the most common in kids. The CDC has reported that around 1 in 1,000 kids will be diagnosed with JIA. The condition…

It is perfectly normal for children to act out and go through mood swings from time to time. Even though this may drive you crazy, it is all part of their learning process as they start to interact with the world and develop their personality. However, there are times when this behavior can occur for…

From the moment a baby is born, they go through changes on a daily basis. The first few years of a newborn’s life, and when they reach adolescence, are two periods where the body undergoes significant changes. It is quite common during these periods for kids to develop symptoms of anemia. Anemia can affect people…

The appendix is a tiny pouch that is attached to the large intestine. Scientists are still not exactly sure what its function is, but they do know that if it gets infected, it can cause many painful problems. You have probably heard of appendicitis, which is when the appendix gets inflamed. This condition can get…