Catholic Health News & Stories

One in every six women, and one out of 10 partners, experiences a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder during pregnancy or in the year after the birth of their baby.

Learn more about ACL injuries and what treatments are available.

Trimming your little one's nails can be a bit unnerving, especially at first. But keeping their nails short is important.

These tips can help you feel confident that your baby is well-nourished.

Many parents, in their enthusiasm and excitement, share information and photos of their new baby often within hours of their birth.

Caring for your baby’s skin is easy if you remember to be gentle and basic.

These tips can help you make sure that your bundle of joy is safe.

As the weather gets cooler, you may wonder how many blankets to use, if a baby can overheat and other common concerns.  

Common Diagnostic Tests and Why They are Used.

The ThinkSMART!™ Program at St. Charles Hospital is Long Island's leading resource for the evaluation and treatment of concussions.

A congenital heart defect (CHD) is the most common type of disability present at birth.

Here are some ­reasons why your baby may cry and what you can try to meet that need.

Digital Safety Tips for Kids

As the weather gets cooler, you may wonder how many blankets to use, if a baby can overheat and other common concerns.  

Children and adolescents are most at risk for enlarged tonsils and adenoids.

Babies usually achieve the skills needed to eat solid foods around six months of age. How will you know when your baby is ready?

Keep your celebrations healthier and safe with more treats than tricks.

Each year, more than 70 000 children visit emergency rooms as a result of accidental medication overdoses.

Tips to help your family relax and enjoy the holiday season.

Using these tips can help keep your family safe during the holidays.

Insights into the power of music to improve children’s health and wellness.

Mononucleosis occurs most commonly in teenagers and young adults.

Exceeding recommended caffeine limits can lead to a range of unpleasant and potentially harmful side effects for teens.

Here are some ­reasons why your baby may cry and what you can try to meet that need.

Now is the time to make a plan for getting your flu vaccine.

If treated, most cases of strep throat are mild.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that fruit juice not be given to babies in the first year of life.

Babies often meet milestones at different paces. But what is normal?

Every year, millions of calls are made to Poison Control Centers and half involve children under the age of 5. These tips can help you protect your child from this preventable danger.   

Getting the measles vaccine remains the best way to prevent measles.

The arrival of a new baby brings a wide range of feelings.

Anyone can get the flu but infection rates are highest among children.

Contact your pediatrician if your child is experiencing asthma symptoms.

In athletics, there’s a big difference between being soreness and sustaining an injury.

Caring for your baby’s skin is easy if you remember to be gentle and basic.

Children are the most common victims of dog bites and are the most likely to be severely injured.

Reading regularly with young children, including babies, has been shown to exert a positive effect on their developing brain. 

The greatest risk from arsenic exposure is during pregnancy, infancy and early childhood.

Parents can take many steps to reduce their baby's risk of SIDS and other sleep-related causes of infant death.

Stress fractures are common in children and teens.

A baby’s skin is more delicate and thinner than an adult’s and burns and irritates more easily.

Know when to get the right care for swimmer's ear or an ear infection.

You often can tell if your baby is warmer than usual by feeling their forehead but only a thermometer can tell how high the temperature.

What parents need to know about mental health issues during adolescence.

Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a bacterial, respiratory infection that cause intense coughing fits.

Successful breastfeeding is a combination of 10 percent making milk and 90 percent confidence.

Talking to Your Kids about Healthy Food and Weight.

Helpful tips to ease some of the stress and make the flight smoother for everyone.

School lunches and after-school snacks are a great place to start making healthy food choices.

Use these tips to help your shot-reluctant kids overcome their concerns about immunization.