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Posted by: Mike Patrick, MD on Sep 01, 2026

Red, watery or crusty eyes can have several causes—and not every case of pink eye needs antibiotics. Learn how to recognize common types of conjunctivitis, ease your child’s symptoms, prevent spreading infection, and know when eye symptoms need medical attention.

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Can You Be Cured of Congenital Heart Disease?
Congenital heart disease refers to abnormalities of the heart which have been present since birth. CHD is the most common birth defect, occurring in about 1 in every 100 births.
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Cholesterol Screening for Kids - When Should Your Child be Tested?
High cholesterol isn’t just an adult health concern. Learn when children should have their cholesterol checked, which risk factors may call for earlier screening, and what families can do if lipid levels are high or borderline.

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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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5 Things Women with Congenital Heart Disease Should Know Before Getting Pregnant

Aug 25, 2026

 If you are a woman with CHD and are interested in becoming pregnant, talking to your cardiologist before becoming pregnant is an important step to take.  Read More

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Nasal Speech: What Parents Need to Know

Aug 13, 2026

Does your child’s speech sound unusually nasal or seem difficult to understand? Learn how velopharyngeal dysfunction (VPD) can affect speech and airflow, what may cause it, and how specialized care, surgery, and speech therapy can help. Read More

Why ACHD Patients Should See a Congenital Cardiologist

Aug 07, 2026

First published October 2016 Updated August 2026 Would you take your car to a body shop if it needed new brakes? Of course you wouldn’t. Instead you would take your car to a mechanic. Although each profession is trained to work on cars, they each have different training and specializations. Read More

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Understanding Genetic Predisposition to Cancer

Aug 05, 2026

First published August 2015 Updated August 2026 Cancer is life-changing at any age. It affects the whole family whether diagnosed in a 6-month-old or a 60-year-old. Read More

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Head Lice: What Parents Need to Know

Jul 24, 2026

Head lice are common, frustrating, and completely treatable. Learn how to recognize an active infestation, choose the right treatment, clean your home without overdoing it, and know when it's time to contact your child's healthcare provider. Read More

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What Kind of Stuff Clears up a Stuffy Nose?

Jul 21, 2026

A stuffy nose can make kids miserable, but there are simple ways to help them breathe easier. Learn which home remedies really work, why over-the-counter cold medicines aren’t recommended for young children, and when ongoing congestion could be a sign of allergies or another condition. Read More

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Could Your Child Have Sleep Apnea?

Jun 25, 2026

Snoring isn’t always harmless. Learn the signs of pediatric sleep apnea, what causes blocked breathing during sleep, and how treatment can improve your child’s sleep, behavior, learning, and overall health. Read More

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Enterovirus Infections in Children

Jun 19, 2026

First published September 2014 Updated June 2026 If your child comes down with a fever, runny nose, sore throat, rash, or upset stomach during the summer or fall, an enterovirus may be the cause. Read More