Asthma is a common chronic condition in children, affecting approximately 1 in 10 children in the United States.

Leukemia is the most common type of cancer in children, accounting for about 30% of all childhood cancers.

Autism spectrum disorder is a common disability in children, affecting approximately 1 in 54 children in the United States.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in children with chronic conditions, accounting for about 25% of all deaths.

Growth problems, learning disabilities, and behavioral problems are all common complications of chronic conditions in children.

A healthy diet, regular exercise, and avoiding tobacco smoke are all important ways to prevent chronic conditions in children.

Inhaled corticosteroids, bronchodilators, and leukotriene modifiers are all common treatments for asthma in children.

Congenital heart defects are the most common type of heart disease in children, occurring in about 1 in 100 live births.

Chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery are all common treatments for cancer in children.

Being understanding and supportive, encouraging the child to be independent, and helping the child to manage their condition or disability are all important ways to support a child with a chronic condition or disability.

Intellectual disability, physical disability, and sensory disability are all common types of disability in children.

Prenatal care, vaccinations, and a healthy diet are all important ways to prevent disabilities in children.

Growth problems, learning disabilities, and behavioral problems are all common complications of chronic conditions in children.

Being understanding and supportive, encouraging the child to be independent, and helping the child to manage their condition or disability are all important ways to support a child with a chronic condition or disability.

Intellectual disability, physical disability, and sensory disability are all common types of disability in children.