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An abrasion is a superficial rub or wearing off of the skin, usually caused by a scrape or a brush burn. Abrasions are usually minor injuries that can be treated at home.

Always remember that ordinary products you use each day around the home can become dangerous poisons in the hands of a child. Here's what you should know.

Medicines are the leading cause of poisoning in children. Poisoning by makeup and personal care products is the next most common cause.

Hyphema is blood in the front (anterior) chamber of the eye. This is located between the clear front part of the eye (cornea) and the colored part of the eye (iris). Read on to learn more about what to do when your child has blood in their eye.

Breastfeeding your premature infant is not only possible, it's the best thing for your baby. Learn more about how your baby can benefit from breastfeeding.

Learn how to avoid the spread of infectious disease from pets and from wild animals.

When the heart or blood vessels near the heart do not develop normally before birth, it's called a congenital heart defect (CHD). Learn about different types of CHDs, and how to help young teens transition successfully from pediatric care to adult care.

Detailed information on the most common types of personality disorders, including paranoid personality disorder, schizoid personality disorder, schizotypal personality disorder, borderline personality disorder, antisocial personality disorder, and narcissistic personality disorder.

Good mental health is just as important as good physical health. But we all face changes in life that can challenge our emotional well being.