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The Stony Brook Medicine Health Hub provides families with a reliable resource to learn about children’s health topics, offering expert advice directly from our trusted physicians and healthcare professionals. The Hub covers a range of pediatric health concerns, offering insights into prevention, diagnosis and treatment options. It's designed to empower parents with accurate, up-to-date information, helping them make informed decisions about their child's health and wellbeing.

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Hepatitis B Vaccine for Children: Why It’s Given at Birth

When your baby is born, the immune system begins learning right away how to protect against new germs and viruses in the surrounding environment. Vaccines contribute to that process by safely teaching the immune system how to defend against serious infections—starting with hepatitis B. The hepatitis B vaccine is usually the first vaccine a child […]

Protecting Yourself, Your Family and Your Community Against Measles

Measles is an incredibly contagious disease that can create serious, sometimes life-threatening complications. In recent months, the virus has ticked up in areas of the United States with lower vaccination rates. As of January 2026, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported 171 confirmed measles cases in the U.S., with most linked to […]

ACL Injury: What to Know About Causes, Treatment and Recovery

ACL injuries are among the most common knee injuries seen in active adults, athletes and even teens. While these injuries can be serious, treatment isn’t the same for everyone, and with an individualized approach, many people can return to the activities they enjoy safely and successfully. What Is the ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament)? The anterior […]