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FPIES is a rare type of food allergy that doesn’t cause hives or swelling but can lead to severe vomiting and lethargy hours after eating. Learn how it presents in infants, why it’s tricky to diagnose, and why most children eventually outgrow it.

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The FAFSA: What Parents Need to Know
College costs can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. Discover how completing the free FAFSA, knowing key deadlines, and gathering a few simple documents can open more options for your student after high school.
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From “Demon Hunters” to Danger: The Hot Noodle Challenge
Hot noodle challenges may look like harmless fun online, but scald burns from instant ramen send thousands of kids to the hospital each year. Learn why this viral trend is so dangerous and how to keep children safe around hot foods and steam.
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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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Teaching Kids a Second Language: Can It Cause a Speech Delay?

Nov 14, 2025

It is important to know that parents who speak two or more languages should not only speak English to their child as a “quick fix” for a potential language delay. Read More

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Keep your baby safe and warm this winter—learn safe sleep tips and how vaccines can help prevent illness. Read More

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Addiction is a Disease

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Addiction is a treatable, chronic medical condition that typically starts in adolescence. 90% of adults with substance use disorder started using before the age of 18 and half started before the age of 15. Read More

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Absent or Delayed Periods: Causes and Treatment of Amenorrhea

Nov 11, 2025

Missing periods in teens can be caused by many factors, from hormonal imbalances to anatomical differences. Learn how doctors diagnose amenorrhea, what signs to watch for, and how treatment helps most teens return to healthy, normal cycles. Read More

The Dangers of Secondhand Smoke

Nov 10, 2025

Every day, millions of children are exposed to secondhand smoke. Kids are also often exposed to “thirdhand” smoke, which comes from toxins that build up over time on surfaces exposed to smoke. Read More

Medication Adherence in the 21st Century: Ways to Make Your Life Easier!

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Make medication adherence simpler: learn how technology, routines and smart habits can ease the burden and improve outcomes Read More

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Type 2 Diabetes in Children: Identifying Risks and Management

Nov 07, 2025

First published November 2017 Updated November 2025 Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which the body is unable to produce enough insulin, preventing the uptake of glucose by the body’s cells. Read More

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What to Know about Prediabetes and Type 2 Diabetes

Nov 06, 2025

Prediabetes and type 2 diabetes are becoming more common in kids—but early action can make a big difference. Learn how to recognize the signs, understand risk factors, and support your child through healthy lifestyle changes and medical care. Read More