Healthy Living

From vitamin supplements to foods marketed as immune system boosters, parents have so much to consider when trying to keep their children healthy. But what truly helps support a child's immune system?

Being congested is annoying and wears you out. Get back to feeling better with these safe and effective home remedies and over-the-counter treatment options.

Learn the facts about concussions: symptoms, treatments, and when to seek care. Discover whether it's safe to sleep after a concussion and how to support a full recovery.

Infectious disease expert Angela Branche, MD, from University of Rochester Medicine describes the early signs of illness to look out for this flu season.

Do you have to take antidepressants forever? The answer isn’t the same for everyone, explains psychiatric medication expert Jane Sundberg, PharmD, BCPP of University of Rochester Medicine.

Do you have a family history of breast cancer? Learn when to ask about screening before age 40, how risk is assessed, and what an earlier screening plan may include.

Help your child stay safe at school. University of Rochester Medicine experts share food allergy tips for parents, including emergency plans, lunch safety, and working with teachers.

Wondering if you're contagious? Learn how to tell, whether you can spread an illness without a fever, and how long to stay home when you're sick.

Learn what intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are, common examples, causes, and how specialized care and support can help.

Learn what to know about flu season 2026–2027, from URochester Medicine experts, including flu symptoms, vaccines, at-home flu tests, treatment, antivirals, and when to seek care.