Dr. Doug MacGilpin is making his rounds to greet kids and their parents at Connecticut Children's. This year, he is going ...

As a pediatrician, I've seen vaccine mandates at their best. Few public health measures are as effective at ensuring ...

A former Northwest Arkansas pediatric surgeon pleaded guilty and was sentenced during a hearing on Friday, according to court ...

In most parts of the U.S., fall marks the start of cold and flu season. This means kids will face higher risks of getting ...

Little kids have an uncanny knack for finding small objects to stick in their mouths, noses and ears, so it's especially important that their toys are age-appropriate. Most toy ingestions are seen in ...

It’s the gift giving season and if there are young people on your gift lists, a local pediatrician urges you to use some caution when going shopping.

Regular attendance at school does more than help your child learn. It also boosts student development and overall health.

Dr. Julie Holland, a pediatrician at Advocate Children's Hospital joined the WGN Evening News at 4 p.m. to discuss the dangers of RSV as people travel and gather with family for the holidays.