A coughing child in the morning, a runny nose, and you wonder: "Can my child go today, or should we stay home?" This decision is often difficult in everyday life. The good news: There are clear recommendations from public health authorities, the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), the

Polio, also known as infantile paralysis, was once one of the most feared diseases worldwide. Before the introduction of vaccines, wild polioviruses circulated worldwide. While many infections caused only mild symptoms, the virus could sometimes lead to severe paralysis or even death. Thanks to effective vaccination, polio is extremely rare today, but continued awareness and immunization remain essential to keep it that way.

Scarlet fever is one of the common infectious diseases in childhood, and with the right treatment, it usually heals well today. This was not always the case. In the past, before antibiotics were available, families were often very afraid of scarlet fever because it frequently had a severe course. Even though the diagnosis can still be unsettling at first, children can generally be treated safely today. Early medical evaluation, guideline-based antibiotic therapy, and good hyg

Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common viral illness that typically occurs during the fall and summer but can manifest at any time. This highly contagious disease is prevalent in childcare and kindergartens, making it crucial for parents to be informed. In this guide, we will address common questions and concerns surrounding HFMD.

Das Respiratorische Synzytial-Virus, kurz RSV, ist einer der häufigsten Erreger von Atemwegsinfektionen im Kindesalter. Fast alle Kinder machen in den ersten beiden Lebensjahren mindestens eine RSV-Infektion durch. Während ältere Kinder und Erwachsene meist nur leichte Symptome wie bei einer Erkältung zeigen, kann es für Säuglinge insbesondere in den ersten sechs Lebensmonaten zu schweren RSV-Erkrankungen mit Bronchiolitis oder Lungenentzündung kommen.

Your child has barely completed their first few weeks at daycare when their nose starts running incessantly, a fever sets in at night, and just when things are beginning to improve, another infection is looming. For many families, the first year of daycare can be a real ordeal: sleepless nights, concerns about their child's health, and the pressure of having to function at work.

Migraines can start as early as preschool age. Studies show that up to 4 percent of preschool children are affected. Because young children often cannot clearly identify their symptoms, diagnosis is difficult and sometimes takes years. In this article, you will learn how to recognize migraines in your child, what causes play a role, and how to manage everyday life despite migraines.

Many parents are surprised when their child complains of headaches at a young age. However, headaches are actually quite common in children, and their effect on daily life, school performance, and emotional health is often overlooked. Below, you'll find an overview of headaches. Children headaches

Pediatric clinics typically see viral infections every summer. Why does this happen? And what exactly is the so-called summer flu all about?

Help, my child has head lice! What you should know now. Head lice infestation is nothing unusual and has nothing to do with poor hygiene. Almost all children experience it at least once. It's important that you're well-informed and act calmly and purposefully.

Pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis) are very common in children and respond well to treatment. With the right knowledge, you can effectively treat your child and prevent re-infection...

Doctor visits can be stressful and scary for children. But modern technology offers exciting solutions that can help children (and parents): social robots! In recent years, several studies have investigated how interactive robots can reduce anxiety, stress, and even pain in children...

With the arrival of spring, the risk of tick bites increases as ticks become more active. However, due to increasingly mild winters, ticks can now be a year-round concern in Germany, becoming active at temperatures around...

A cough in your child can not only be annoying, but also cause concern - especially if it persists. You may be wondering when medication...

Coughing is one of the most common symptoms in children and is often a natural protective reflex that clears the airways of mucus, foreig...

The airways of your child play a central role in defending against infections and irritants. Especially during colds, many parents turn to..

In this blog post, I'll take a closer look at the science behind the benefits of hugging. You might have heard the popular saying by...

Stomach pain is one of the most common complaints in children and can quickly unsettle you as a parent. Often, you are faced with the

In this blog post, we'll explore the normal aspects of baby poop and when you need to consult a healthcare professional.

There are three scenarios with different options: when doctor's offices are open, when the offices are closed, Emergency...