Health Tip: Fluoride Recommended For Young Children
2017-11-02
Here’s what dental experts say
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Even Partial Breast-Feeding for First Few Months Lowers SIDS Risk
2017-10-31
TUESDAY, Oct. 31, 2017 (HealthDay News) — New research confirms that breast-feeding for two to four months of a newborn’s life can significantly reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). But the study also found moms don’t need to breast-feed exclusively to reap that benefit. Even partial breast-feedingContinue Reading
Helmets Too Rarely Used in Baseball and Softball
2017-10-31
TUESDAY, Oct. 31, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Despite a significant risk of head injuries in baseball and softball, helmet use in those sports is low, a new review says. “Our review demonstrates that traumatic brain injury in baseball and softball affects players of all levels and all positions,” said studyContinue Reading
Acetaminophen in Pregnancy Tied to ADHD Risk in Kids
2017-10-30
MONDAY, Oct. 30, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Acetaminophen is considered the go-to pain medication during pregnancy. But a new study adds to evidence linking the drug to an increased risk of behavioral issues in kids. Researchers in Norway found that among nearly 113,000 children, those whose mothers used acetaminophen duringContinue Reading
Teen E-Cig Use May Lead to Regular Smoking
2017-10-30
MONDAY, Oct. 30, 2017 (HealthDay News) — High school students who use electronic cigarettes are more likely to start smoking regular cigarettes, a new Canadian study finds. “Youth may be trying e-cigarettes before smoking because they are easier to access: until recently, youth could legally purchase e-cigarettes without nicotine, whereasContinue Reading
Keep Halloween Spooky, But Safe
2017-10-30
MONDAY, Oct. 30, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Kids may encounter some scary surprises on Halloween, but they shouldn’t get injured while they go trick-or-treating. However, U.S. emergency departments reported more than 700,000 Halloween-related injuries involving children and teens between 2007 and 2016. In many cases, kids are sustaining head orContinue Reading
Kids’ Food Allergies, Especially to Peanuts, Are on the Rise
2017-10-27
FRIDAY, Oct. 27, 2017 (HealthDay News) — The number of U.S. children allergic to peanuts has increased by 21 percent since 2010, with nearly 2.5 percent of youngsters now having this type of allergy, a new study has found. Peanut allergies aren’t the only ones on the rise, however. TheContinue Reading
Bat Left, Throw Right: Baseball Stardom?
2017-10-26
Analysis says this skill set common among some Major League greatsContinue Reading
Health Tip: Talk To Your Kids About a Tragedy
2017-10-26
And recognize signs that they may not be coping
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Keeping Your Driving Teen Focused on the Road
2017-10-24
Distractions at the wheel are major cause of needless tragedies, experts sayContinue Reading