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The brain can be divided into 3 main parts: the cerebrum, the brainstem, and the cerebellum.

Some babies may have difficulty at birth. These include babies who are born prematurely, have a difficult delivery, or have birth defects. Here's what you need to know.

Your baby's activity level, appetite, and cries normally vary from day to day, and even hour to hour. But a distinct change in any of these areas may signal illness.

Many tests are needed to find out if a person has cancer, or if another condition is causing cancer symptoms.

There is no one cause for cancer. Scientists believe that it is the interaction of many factors—genetic or environmental. Learn more about these risk factors for cancer.

Neuroblastoma is a cancerous tumor. It grows in nerve tissue of babies and young children. The cancer cells grow in young nerve cells of a baby growing in the womb. These cells are called neuroblasts. It’s in the most common cancer in babies under age 1. It’s rare in children older than age 10.

A fracture is a partial or complete break in the bone. When a fracture happens, it is classified as either open or closed.

Detailed information on sports safety for kids, including safety gear and equipment

Children should wear protective eyewear during sports and recreational activities. In the classroom, they should wear eye protection when doing lab experiments.