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A person’s pulse, or heart rate, is the number of times the heart beats per minute. Taking someone’s pulse can tell doctors important things about his or her health. Heart rate can vary depending on things like a person’s age and level of stress or activity at the time the pulse is …

Even healthy kids get hurt or sick sometimes. In some cases, you will know that you need to head straight to the emergency room (ER) at the nearest hospital. In other cases, it’s harder to determine whether an injury or illness needs the attention of a medical professional or can …

When providing emergency care, doctors, nurses, and emergency personnel like paramedics will have many questions about a patient’s medical history. And even the most organized parent might not be able to remember the details of a child’s health history in a stressful situation. That’s why it’s important to keep a comprehensive …

Nosebleeds are common in kids 3 to 10 years old, and most are caused by nose-picking or dry air. They can be scary, but are rarely cause for alarm. Most will stop on their own and can be easily managed at home. What to Do: Stay calm and reassure your child. Have …

Seizures are caused by a sudden surge of electrical activity in the brain. A seizure usually affects how a person looks or acts for a short time. Someone having a seizure might collapse, shake uncontrollably, or even just stare into space. All of these are brief disturbances in brain function, often with …

Kids with severe allergies can be at risk for a sudden, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. This reaction can be frightening — a child may feel like his or her throat is closing or might faint, for example. But the good news is that when treated properly, anaphylaxis can …

One of the challenges of being a parent is arming your kids with the skills to handle the obstacles life presents. Teaching them how to use 911 in an emergency could be one of the simplest — and most important — lessons you’ll ever share. Talking About 911 With Kids …

Boy, your child’s freckles really stand out in the sun — but wait, that one looks like it’s moving! It isn’t a freckle at all. It’s a tick. What should you do? First, don’t panic. It’s true that Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne disease in the United States, …

Many different things can make kids throw up, including illnesses, motion sickness, stress, and other problems. In most cases, though, vomiting in children is caused by gastroenteritis, an infection of the digestive tract. Gastroenteritis, often called the “stomach flu,” usually is caused by common viruses that we come into contact with every …

Could you remember important information about your child’s health in an emergency? Because that can be difficult, doctors suggest that parents keep a record of their kids’ important health facts handy. This can help a medical team make a better, quicker diagnosis when time really counts. Making a complete written …