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A newborn baby in the NICU, being treated for CDH.

Children’s Health Diseases & Conditions Women's Health

Understanding Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH)

Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) is a rare but serious condition that affects newborns and disrupts normal lung development before birth. This structural defect occurs when the diaphragm—a muscular structure that...

February 19, 2025

4 min read

A father and daughter sitting at the doctor's office, discussing Tourette Syndrome.

Brain & Mental Health Children’s Health Diseases & Conditions

Is Tourette Syndrome Hereditary?

Like many other neurological conditions, Tourette Syndrome (TS) is a condition that often has genetic roots. Research suggests that Tourette Syndrome can be hereditary in many cases, although having a family...

February 12, 2025

4 min read

A woman lying on her couch with stomach pain, dealing with symptoms of norovirus.

Children’s Health Diseases & Conditions Health & Wellness

Your Guide to Norovirus (the “Stomach Bug”)

Norovirus, often called the stomach “flu” or stomach bug, is one of the most common causes of gastroenteritis, which describes inflammation of the stomach and intestines. This illness causes unpleasant symptoms like...

January 27, 2025

6 min read

A boy sits with his mother on their living room couch, looking over online resources about transgender youth support.

Brain & Mental Health Children’s Health Health & Wellness

Gender Diverse and Transgender Youth: How to Support Your Child

Adolescence brings unique challenges, especially for gender diverse youth and their families. Embracing and affirming your child’s gender identity is vital to nurturing their mental and emotional well-being. When...

January 23, 2025

6 min read

A boy sitting in a doctor's office, being evaluated for a Tourette Syndrome diagnosis.

Brain & Mental Health Children’s Health Diseases & Conditions

How is Tourette Syndrome Diagnosed?

As a parent, noticing your child making unusual movements or sounds can be confusing and even concerning. Tourette Syndrome, a neurological condition characterized by motor and vocal tics, is often misunderstood...

January 23, 2025

5 min read

A boy sitting down and looking at his mother, who is noticing his involuntary movements, or tics.

Brain & Mental Health Children’s Health

Why Has My Child Suddenly Developed a Tic?

Noticing that your child is making sudden, repetitive movements or sounds can be concerning, leaving you wondering what’s happening and why. These are tics that can occur in the form of repetitive eye blinking...

January 17, 2025

4 min read

A family gathered at the dining room table celebrating the holidays together.

Brain & Mental Health Children’s Health Health & Wellness Heart Health

Health, YEAH! Ep3: Healthy Habits Throughout the Holidays

Hear from six Stony Brook Medicine experts discussing common concerns related to mental and physical health during the holiday season. From protecting children from injury and illness, to improving sleep, reducing...

November 26, 2024

4 min read

A little girl with childhood diabetes giving a thumbs up while at playing at the park.

Children’s Health Diseases & Conditions

Signs of Childhood Diabetes: What Parents Need to Know

Diabetes mellitus is a condition that develops when one is not able to efficiently use the glucose, also known as sugar, in the body for energy. There are a lot of misconceptions about diabetes mellitus in children;...

November 20, 2024

6 min read

A child curled up on the couch in pain, showing signs of appendicitis.

Children’s Health

Spotting Signs of Appendicitis in Kids

Appendicitis in kids is a serious condition where the appendix, a finger-shaped pouch that sticks out from the colon on the lower right side of the abdomen, becomes inflamed and swollen. The most common symptom is pain...

October 23, 2024

4 min read

A mother holding her baby, who may need tongue tie surgery due to feeding issues.

Children’s Health

Does My Baby Need Tongue Tie Surgery?

When parents notice their baby struggling with breastfeeding or hear a clicking sound during feeding, it might raise concerns about a common condition known as tongue tie. This condition involves a tight piece of skin...

October 9, 2024

5 min read

Topic: Children’s Health

Understanding Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH)

Is Tourette Syndrome Hereditary?

Your Guide to Norovirus (the “Stomach Bug”)

Gender Diverse and Transgender Youth: How to Support Your Child

How is Tourette Syndrome Diagnosed?

Why Has My Child Suddenly Developed a Tic?

Health, YEAH! Ep3: Healthy Habits Throughout the Holidays

Signs of Childhood Diabetes: What Parents Need to Know

Spotting Signs of Appendicitis in Kids

Does My Baby Need Tongue Tie Surgery?

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