2 in 3 parents say their child is self-conscious about their appearance. 5 ways to nurture positive self-image and confidence in young people.

Vaccination is especially important for vulnerable groups.

Firework safety isn't just for the Fourth of July. A recent poll on children's health showed that 1 in 5 parents would allow kids to help set off fireworks, and some don’t consistently enforce sparkler safety rules, or keep a safe distance. Listen to today's episode for tips to stay safe around fireworks and sparklers.

One in 50 people carry the gene for the neuromuscular condition.

Speeding and distracted drivers top list of concerns; some say those who don’t follow rules should face consequences.

Thousands of children face seizures, developmental delays, and possible death from Dravet Syndrome. A new treatment built on Michigan Medicine research could help.

After the diagnosis, Cristina Bashans was carefully monitored for a potentially life-threatening aortic aneurysm.

Experts explain when to worry and how to talk about it with your kids.

Simple ‘practice bundle’ helped achieve 30% reduction across 15 hospitals.

National poll suggests many parents overlook simple steps to minimize children’s risk of eye injuries.

Even at age 9 or 10, as many as 10% of children are curious about using substances, and many parents haven’t made specific rules or say kids’ access at home would be easy.

Mental health issues like depression, anxiety, schizophrenia and suicide risk are more likely to arise in people in their late teens and early 20s; these awareness tips can help get someone to help.

Tonsillectomy pain is often treated with opioids, but leftovers can be a risk factor for misuse or abuse. Reducing the default prescription size in hospital computer systems could help right-size pain control.

A life-threatening GI diagnosis at age 5 and compassionate care throughout childhood inspired Blake Hardin to pursue medicine.

 Pediatric infectious disease expert shares insights on vaccine development for babies and younger kids, advice for parents.