Death and Dying
Why do children get life threatening diseases?
Hello, Thank you for sending your research question. I decided to use MedlinePlus to search for information. MedlinePlus http://medlineplus.gov/ ) is a great government site for medical information. I searched MedlinePlus using the terms-- serious diseases children; children screening --and then explored within the results. Here are some of the choices that I found: Explore this site for some ideas on diseases and genes.http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_body/health_basics/ genes_genetic_disorders.html Explore this site for ideas on life threatening diseases.http://www.fda.gov/opacom/lowlit/shots.html Check out the links from this site for information about what diseases might be looked for or screened for in children.http://www.labtestsonline.org/understanding/wellness/ b_children.html This site provides brief information on problem diseases for teens.http://www.labtestsonline.org/understanding/wellness/ c_youngadult.html Here is another site that has helpful information about serious childhood diseases.http://www.cdc.gov/nip/diseases/child-vpd.htm Explore this site for information about diseases that can be major problems for teens.http://kidshealth.org/parent/system/doctor/medical_care_13_18_p2.html Check out this site for more information about preventing serious diseases.http://www.immunize.org/catg.d/p4020.htm You should also check out these sites for help with an answer to your question. Obesity: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_16748.html Cancer and obesity:http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_16943.html Asthma problems:http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_16811.html Finally explore this site for some ideas on how to be more successful in avoiding life-threatening diseases.http://www.niddk.nih.gov/health/nutrit/pubs/winteen/ index.htm You might also visit your school or local library to find more useful information in print. You might find information in books about childhood diseases, disease prevention, child wellness and child health. As you explore these resources I think that you'll find an answer to your question. Diane L., Librarian Virtual Reference Desk