Dr. Suskind uses comic books to help kids understand medical conditions, from inflammatory bowel disease to cyclic vomiting.

Seattle Children’s Science Education Department offers innovative programs and summer internships for K–12 and undergraduate students. The team supports the training and development of undergraduate ...

A child who pulls, tugs, pokes, rubs or itches the ear Most ear pulling or touching is normal behavior (age 4-12 months) No crying or report of ear pain If touching the ear is a new habit, ignore it.

If your baby is healthy, skip the "What to Do" section. Go directly to the topic that relates to your question for advice: Every 1½ to 3 hours for the first month (8 to 12 times per day). During the ...

Definition. Bacterial infection of the umbilical stump with spread to the skin around it. It's a medical emergency. How Often. 1 out of 200 newborns. Symptoms. Redness spreads around the navel. The ...

Symptoms after being in high temperatures (such as heat waves) Symptoms after hard work or sports during hot weather Heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heatstroke are covered Prevention of heat exposure ...

Many parents have false beliefs (myths) about fever. They think fever will hurt their child. They worry and lose sleep when their child has a fever. This is called fever phobia. In fact, fevers are ...

Most life-threatening emergencies are easy to recognize. You would not overlook major bleeding, breathing that stops, a seizure or a coma. You would call 911 for help. If you suspected poisoning, you ...

Almost always due to food coloring or food additives. Stool color relates more to what is eaten than to any disease. In children with diarrhea, the gastrointestinal (GI) passage time is very rapid.

Any cut that is split open or gaping needs sutures. Cuts longer than ½ inch (12 mm) usually need sutures. On the face, cuts longer than ¼ inch (6 mm) usually need to be seen. They usually need closure ...

Swallows an unusual but harmless, non-solid substance Swallows a bad-looking, bad-smelling, or bad tasting food Swallows a non-food substance Ate food or drink that is spoiled or has set out at room ...

Trouble breathing is the most common type of pediatric emergency. Trouble breathing is the most common reason for getting admitted to the hospital. Many of these children need oxygen. The first year ...