Health | Children's Health

FNC

Before You Vaccinate

Deirdre Imus talks to Dr. Manny about what parents should know before they vaccinate their children

CHILDREN'S HEALTH HEADLINES

FOX ON EDUCATION

New Education Section!
Find out how to improve your child's reasoning, cognitive development, and learning skills
VIDEO: Reducing Autism Symptoms
Ask Dr. Manny: How can a teen reduce autism symptoms?

DR. MANNY'S CHECKLIST FOR CHILDREN & TEENS

BABIES / TODDLERS

Before You Vaccinate
Deirdre Imus talks to Dr. Manny about what parents should know before they vaccinate their children
How H1N1 Vaccine Works
Health Storm Center: Dr. Manny examines your body's immune response to influenza vaccines
Cord Blood Miracle
See how umbilical cord blood reversed the effects of cerebral palsy for one little girl
Saving Babies From SIDs
Find out how a baby movement monitor is being used to keep babies safe
Swimming Survival Skills
Drowning is the No. 1 cause of death in the U.S. for children under 4-years-old. But that would all change if kids knew essential survival skills
Fever 101
Parents: Everything you need to know when your little ones are 'burning' up
Saving Your Baby's Life
Parents, in an emergency, would know how to save your babies' lives? Learn the correct way to perform infant CPR
Super Glue Surgery
Doctors use medical glue to close holes in a baby's brain due to vein of Galen malformation
Vaccine Controversy
Dr. Manny investigates the contentious debate among doctors, parents and public health officials over immunizations
Watered-Down Formula Dangers
Infant nearly dies after parents dilute baby formula to save money
Vitamin D Deficiency
A recent study from Children's Hospital in Boston revealed that 40% of infants were lacking in Vitamin D.
Looking for a Nanny?
Things you should know before hiring a nanny
Cough Medicine Conundrum
'Grey's' doc shares safety tips with parents about OTC cough meds for kids
Acid Reflux & Your Children
More than half of all newborns experience the condition within the first three months of life
Breast-Feeding Danger?
Dangerous infection caused by breast feeding; What all new mothers should know
Benefits of Infant Massage
Spending quality time with your child can do much more than just give you a special bond
Make Your Baby an Einstein
The creator of "Baby Einstein" gives tips to help parents connect with their babies and make them smarter
Autism's New Approach
A doctor brings hope with new positive treatment for autism
Deadly Birthmarks?
Marked At Birth: A baby girl is born with a unique tumor on her lip which is straining her heart.
Lead Effects
What should you do if your child has been playing with toxic toys? Find out the long term effects
Childproofing Your Home
Are hazards lurking around your home? Tips that can save your children from danger

SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN

NFL Tackles Obesity
New York Giants cornerback Corey Webster steps off the gridiron to talk to Dr. Manny about making sure kids keep active in school
Dealing With Juvenile Diabetes
Type 1 diabetes is on the rise with more and more young children diagnosed each day
Kids and Migraines
Going back to school is headache enough for most kids, but a new programs is now helping adolescent migraine sufferers deal with their daily teenage lives
Healing With Music
Dr. Manny sings with a non-profit organization that brings the healing power of music to patients' bedsides
Yoga for Autism
See how some children on the autistic spectrum are benefiting from therapeutic yoga
Detecting a Real Emergency
Dr. Lara Zibner's new book tells parents how to spot a real emergency in their children's health
Ear Tubes
Health Storm Center: Dr. Manny shows an actual surgery of how ear tubes are placed
Saving Jasmina
Six-year-old Jasmina Anema needs a life-saving bone marrow transplant. Find out how you can help her and others with leukemia
Pediatric Dental Dangers
Dental practices that could be hazardous to your kids and their smiles
Selecting Summer Camp
Picking the right summer camp for your child
Wet, Wild and Dangerous!
Playing it safe when it's hot outside
Taking Out Your Tonsils
Health Storm Center: Dr. Manny shows us what happens when you have your tonsils removed
Too Late for Flu Shot?
The recent deaths of children from the flu points to the importance of getting vaccinated every year.
Couch Potato Kids?
Dr. Manny discusses the powerful implications that technology has on our children
Toys for Special Tots
Having trouble holiday shopping for your special needs child? Dr. Manny shares some tips and toys
Obamas: Choosing the Perfect Pooch
Things your family and the first family should know before picking a pup
Kids and Sleep Disorders
Dr. Manny looks at how your child's sleepiness may mean more than just needing a nap
Healthy Start for School
One exam your child should get before school even starts
Kids and Allergies
Dr. Manny discuss how to comfort your tot during allergy season
Misconceptions of Dyslexia
Dr. Harold Levinson, tackles the myths of dyslexia with the launch of his new book, 'Smart But Feeling Dumb'
Eyeing The Problem
Is your child performing poorly in school? It could be their vision. See what problems an eye exam can detect
Diabetes: Striking Young
For Alexa Akmal, learning she had type 1 diabetes was a struggle until she found inspiration
Toys and Exercise
New toys that will make your kids break a sweat
A Heart for Blake
A 9-year-old boy being kept alive by a device known as the Berlin Heart finally gets the real thing
Brave Heart
8-year-old boy on the brink of death until doctors pumped new life into him with the help of a device known as the Berlin Heart
Healthiest School in the Country
West Babylon HS is nominated the "Healthiest School" in the US. Find out what makes it standout.
Back to School Nerves
Whether students are heading off to campus or hopping on the school bus the first few days of school can be an emotional roller coaster
Autism Myths
With no cure for autism parents search for answers but often find myths
Cholesterol Lowering Foods for Kids
Find out which foods are best to help lower your child's cholesterol
Marc Anthony Fights Childhood Obesity
Salsa star uses his talents to help bring awareness to an ongoing problem
Flu Tragedy
Influenza is the leading cause of vaccine preventable deaths in children. Hear one mother?s sad story and learn the importance of vaccination
Marlo Thomas: Giving Kids Hope
Marlo Thomas devotes her time helping the children at St. Jude Children's Hospital. Learn how you can too can make a difference
Healing With Horses
Riding High: Kids with disabilities make strides with therapeutic horseback riding
Cancer Fighting Video Game
A new video game is helping kids learn how to fight back and beat their cancers
Healthy Lunches
Sick of packing the same boring lunch for your kids? Give them something fun and nutritious to chomp on
A New Epidemic for Kids?
More and more children are getting diagnosed with type 2 diabetes
Drunk on Hand Sanitizer
It's true! Your kids can get drunk off of hand sanitizer. It happened to one 4-year-old girl

TWEENS / TEENS

Stop Seeing Your Pediatrician?
Find out when your child should switch to a general practitioner
Fight the Freshman 15
College can expand your mind and also your waistline. How to avoid the 'Freshman 15'
Acne Super Bug
With more and more drug-resistance bacteria on the rise, see how this is now affecting acne patients
Secret Teen Sound
A high frequency sound that most teens can hear is creating a big "buzz" at several schools
Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Dr. Manny talks to a young athlete who seemed like the picture of health until she suffered sudden cardiac arrest at the age of 17
Early Diabetes Detection
A clinical trial is testing close relatives of people with Type 1 Diabetes in hopes of eliminating the disease forever
Surviving Single Parenthood
Tips for single fathers about getting your teens to listen
Obesity Surgery for Kids
Dr. Manny examines a surgical option for obese kids
Using the Internet to Get High
Forget the drug dealer on the corner, teens are increasingly turning to the Internet to get high.
Trend: Laser Hair Removal for Teens
Teens are adding laser treatments to their back to school regimen
'Bugging' Your Co-Ed
How to check-in on their co-ed while away at college
Under Aged Addicts
Celebrities aren't the only drug abusers. Find out why more and more teens are getting hooked on prescription drugs.
How Sick Is Too Sick?
Dr. Manny's Checklist: When should you keep sick kids home?

Q&A WITH DR. MANNY

Living With Cystic Fibrosis
Ask Dr. Manny: My grandson is being tested for cystic fibrosis. If he has it, what could it mean for him?
Summer Camp Solution
Ask Dr. Manny: What can we do at home if we can't afford summer camp?
Overactive Thyroid
Ask Dr. Manny: My 5-year-old daughter was recently diagnosed with an overactive thyroid. What does this mean?
Night Terrors in Kids
Ask Dr. Manny: What can I do to help my child when she has night terrors?
ABA Therapy
Ask Dr. Manny: My son is on the autistic spectrum and will have an ABA therapist in school. What does this mean?
More Q&A on Children's Health

Send your health questions to Dr. Manny:
drmanny@foxnews.com

CHILDHOOD OBESITY

RELATED HEALTH CENTERS

Learn about Nutrition
Learn about Fitness
Find out how to incorporating a healthy diet and exercise into your child's life!
Pregnancy
Learn more about fertility, pre-natal health, pregnancy, and childbirth.
Diabetes
Is your child at risk for having diabetes? Learn the signs, symptoms and treatment options.