Asthma
This site provides excellent information on virtually all aspects of asthma and how it is treated. © Miles Weinberger, M.D. and The University of Iowa.

Colds and Flu
This site explains the difference between a cold and flu, how you can identify the difference, and how to take care of yourself or family members with either condition. Provided by the Federal Consumer Information Center.

Fever Management
This site provides helpful information on caring for children with fevers. The site includes a chart of over the counter medication dosages based on a child's weight and age. It also provides instructions on how to use and read various types of thermometers.  © Department of Pediatrics University of Iowa Hospitals and Medical Clinics and The University of Iowa.

Infections
This site discusses how you can protect your children from infectious diseases. © Barton D. Schmitt, M.D. and The University of Iowa.

Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
This article explains what pinkeye is and how it is treated. © Gregory Hayden, M.D. and The University of Iowa.

Record of Medications Used
Print this Web page and use the chart to keep track of medications used and any side effects.

Scabies
This site provides general information explaining what scabies are and how the problem should be treated. © The Children's Hospital, Boston and The University of Iowa.

Sickle Cell Trait
This site provides a good overview of what sickle cell trait is, what are sickle cell diseases, and general treatment information. © Sickle Cell Information Center.

Strep Throat
This article explains what Strep Throat is, the symptoms, and how to care for a child who has it. © Steven M. Marsocci, M.D., Michael E. Pichichero, M.D., and The University of Iowa.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
This site provides information on SIDS.  Provided by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Center for Infectious Diseases.

Tuberculosis
This article provides a guide on tuberculosis, TB testing and treatment. © Claire B. Panosian, M.D. and The University of Iowa.

The Virtual Children's Hospital Common Problems in Pediatrics (Topic Index)
This site provides a chart of illnesses and other health issues linking to detailed information on each subject. © The Authors and The University of Iowa.

Virtual Hospital Iowa Health Book Pediatric Emergency Medicine
This site provides a small list of common injuries, which link to more detailed information on each subject. © The Authors and The University of Iowa.

Voiding Dysfunction
This site explains the causes of daytime wetting and constipation in children and the treatments for them. © Christopher S. Cooper, M.D. and The University of Iowa.