Healthy habits start early, but busy family schedules can make routines hard to build and maintain. That’s why Abbott and Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind Sesame Street, are teaming up on a global program that makes routines like nutrition, sleep and movement fun and accessible for young children.

From storybooks to a new Elmo’s World YouTube special, families can download free, multilingual resources designed for kids ages 3–5. Learn more.

Flu season is striking again. Caregivers, here’s your guide on what to do from the first symptoms to the all-clear for returning to school.

Between soccer practice and homework, Thomas Gagen is a typical 7‑year‑old — except that every three weeks he receives plasma transfusions to manage a primary immune deficiency that makes it hard for his body to fight infections. Thomas’s story shows just how life-changing blood and plasma donors can be. Read his story.

How are you prioritizing your health in 2026? At this year’s CES, Abbott and Dr. Tim Tiutan shared what you should know about health technology and healthy habits.