The sound of rain may feel romantic to some, but for parents? It’s a seasonal alarm bell. Not just puddles and power cuts, an annual wave of infections that hit kids the hardest.

Which is more contagious, measles or viral misinformation that infects our understanding of how to stay safe? It’s hard to ...

Viral infections are illnesses caused by a virus rather than bacteria or fungi. Many viral infections can cause skin rashes, called exanthems. Most clear up on their own, but some require ...

In August 2024, the World Health Organization declared a second "Public Health Emergency of International Concern" for mpox.

UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics is seeing viral upper respiratory infections. WellSpan Pediatric Medicine Physicians across the Midstate are seeing insect bites and sunburn ...

Since the emergence of the Zika virus epidemic in 2014 and the associated novel sequalae that emerged, much has been learned about the effects of antenatal exposure to Zika virus. Zika virus in ...

The warmth of summer also brings swarms of mosquitoes. The pesky bugs can cause discomfort and potentially carry serious ...

Treating bites and stings: the basics Remove any sting, tick or hairs if they're still in the skin. Wash the area with soap and water and apply a cold compress or ice pack for at least 10 minutes.

Ashley Hancock, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner I’m seeing more and more kids coming in with angry, itchy rashes, and even chemical burns, after using spray sunscreens during high UV index days. These ...

Hailey-Hailey Disease Hailey-Hailey disease is a rare genetic condition that causes a blistering skin rash on the neck, armpits, skin folds (such as below the breast), and genitals. While these rashes ...