When your child gets diarrhea, it’s a bad time for everyone. But what really causes it? And how do you get it to stop? Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner discusses some of the most common myths about ...

Infectious diseases are a major source of sickness in infants and children, and most are caused by viruses. Although respiratory viruses get most of our attention, a viral infection of the ...

For as long as anybody can remember, doctors and nurses have suggested the BRAT diet for children suffering from diarrhea. But the diet -- like the children its name connotes -- should be given a ...

"Family Guy," "American Dad," Cartoon Network, Adult Swim -- and, surprisingly, even Disney Channel's "Phineas and Ferb" -- are the focus of a critical report from the Parents Television Council. By ...

Vomiting and diarrhea caused by the stomach bug are common in children and typically resolve with at-home care. But how do you know when to manage it yourself and when to seek medical help?

The stomach bug that causes people, especially children and older adults, to vomit and suffer from diarrhea is sweeping across Connecticut, say infectious disease doctors. So wash your hands and keep ...