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Teen girls are more prone than boys to some of the most common sports-related injuries. These differences are credited, in general, to body function, hormones and bone density.

Parents, coaches and athletes should learn to recognize the signs of a concussion. Usually associated with football, concussions can happen with many other sports.

Young athletes can help prevent injuries by taking time to stretch before games. How kids stretch is just as important as remembering to do it in the first place.

It’s a sobering fact. Suicide is a leading cause of death among young people in the United States. The topic is difficult to talk about – but it is one that can save lives.

The goal of all Yale New Haven Health providers and caregivers working with children, adolescents and their families is to ensure that every individual has the services and support they need to thrive and reach their fullest potential.

Warnings around teens and social media have grown, yet parents are left to fend for themselves when it comes to managing their family’s social media use.

When cold and flu season kicks into high gear, it can be hard to tell what’s causing a child’s sore throat or runny nose. Yet one of the most common illnesses to circulate this time of year comes with a telltale rash. Hand, foot and mouth disease is spread by the highly contagious coxsackievirus.

An increased number of measles cases in the U.S. this year is shining a spotlight on the importance of vaccination. Measles is highly contagious and can lead to severe outcomes in at risk populations, especially newborn babies.

It’s not often we have the tools to prevent cancer. The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine can do just that.

Anyone with a child in daycare knows it’s only a matter of time before they see that first runny nose. While illness feels inevitable with young kids, there are some things parents can do to help keep them safe.

The start of the new school year is a great time for parents to make sure their child is up to date with all of their scheduled vaccinations. Many schools require them in order for kids to come to class.

As a college student in a new and unfamiliar environment, you may be worried about how to balance your condition with this next phase of your life.

It’s hard to believe summer break is ending and students are heading back to class. This back-to-school transition can be a stressful time for children and their parents. However, there are steps caregivers can take ahead of the start of the school year to make it a little easier.

It’s normal for kids to sleep in during their summer break. A few simple changes can help ensure kids are rested ahead of the new school year.

Teens looking for ways to deal with stress may turn to e-cigarettes as a coping mechanism. Although they may know cigarette smoking is harmful, they may not realize vaping can cause serious health problems.

Packing up lunch for school doesn’t have to be a hassle. Relying on a few tricks can make lunchtime easy on parents and healthy for kids.

Don’t leave home without our top tips to help you take charge of your health so you can navigate college in top form.

Playground related accidents account for upwards of 200,000 injuries in the U.S. each year. It’s normal for kids to experience bumps and bruises, but a little bit of common sense can help prevent more serious outcomes.