Diarrhea claims the lives of 500,000 children each year in low- and middle-income countries. Now, Danish and Ethiopian ...

But once it progresses to a chronic form, it can leave children severely ill and underdeveloped, making treatment much harder. Until now, the cause of chronic diarrhea has remained unclear.

Treatment is largely home-based, Dr. Collins-McGowan advises. Ensure the child gets plenty of rest, stays well-hydrated, and ...