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What Is Osgood-Schlatter Disease?

Even though it sounds a bit ominous, Osgood-Schlatter disease is a common overuse condition that causes pain and swelling below ...

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Understanding the Many Faces of Seizures

Your child has had a fever for two days. Suddenly, his body stiffens and then his arms and legs begin ...

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Seven Keys to a Nutritious Lifestyle

If children are encouraged to try a variety of foods from the start of their table-food days, eating well can ...

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Your Asthma-Free Home

Winter weather means lots of time spent indoors—and lots of exposure to potential asthma triggers. Keep your home free and ...

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Get Ahead of the Curve

Scoliosis is a condition that causes the spine to curve in an S or C shape. Munish Gupta, MD, a ...

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Dairy Dangers

Is your child not screaming for ice cream? He might have a problem with dairy. ...

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Competing Against Herself

Eating less to lose weight or play better can lead to big problems for girls who play sports. ...

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Can You Prevent a Peanut Allergy?

Peanut allergies can seem very scary. They happen when a child’s immune system reacts badly to a protein in peanuts. ...

Patient Stories

Zach - Three-time Cancer Survivor Shares Recipe for Life

There's no one better to describe the special care St. Louis Children's Hospital provides than our patients and their families ...