Health Library

Cystic Fibrosis and the Reproductive System

Detailed information on cystic fibrosis and its effect on the reproductive system.

Cystic Fibrosis and the Respiratory System

Detailed information on cystic fibrosis and its effect on the respiratory system.

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) in Newborns

CMV (cytomegalovirus) is a herpes virus. It is very common. It affects people of all ages and in all parts of the U.S. In most cases, CMV causes mild symptoms, or no symptoms at all. But it can cause serious problems in an unborn baby or newborn.

Delayed Puberty

Puberty that happens late is called delayed puberty. Read on to learn more.

Dental Emergencies in Children

Learn about some common dental emergencies in children and guidelines for what to do.

Dental Fillings (Restorations)

Teeth that have tooth decay must be repaired. Advances in dental materials and methods provide new, effective ways to restore teeth.

Dermatitis in Children

Detailed information on dermatitis, including the different types of dermatitis such as atopic dermatitis (eczema), contact dermatitis, dermatitis herpetiformis, generalized exfoliative dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, localized scratch dermatitis, nummular dermatitis, perioral dermatitis, and stasis dermatitis

Determining Body Mass Index for Children and Teens

Although it is not a perfect measure, BMI gives a fairly accurate evaluation of how much of your child or teen's body is made up of fat.

Developmental Care for Babies in the NICU

Premature babies especially need a supportive environment to help them continue to mature and develop as they would in their mother's womb.

Developmental Disorders

Detailed information on developmental disorders in children

Diabetes During Pregnancy

Diabetes is a condition in which the body can't make enough insulin, or can't use insulin normally. Insulin is a hormone. It helps sugar (glucose) in the blood get into cells of the body to be used as fuel. When glucose can’t enter the cells, it builds up in the blood.

Diabetes Index

Detailed information on diabetes, including type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, teens and diabetes, and diet and diabetes