Medication Mistakes Have Doubled in U.S. Since 2000: Study
2017-07-10
Poison control centers get one call every 21 seconds about a potentially serious mix-upContinue Reading
The Neighborhood Sandbox: A Breeding Ground for Germs
2017-07-07
Bacteria, parasites and other nasty surprises may be hiding in the sand
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Bullying Takes Financial Toll on U.S. School Districts
2017-07-06
Absenteeism by fearful kids linked to an extra $276 million in expenditures in California each yearContinue Reading
Soft Contact Lenses Safe for Kids and Teens, Review Finds
2017-07-05
Infection rates no higher than for adults, and actually lowest for younger kidsContinue Reading
Is Shingles Tied to Heart, Stroke Risk?
2017-07-05
More research is needed, but doctors should warn patients, researchers sayContinue Reading
Guard Against Hearing Loss From Fireworks
2017-07-04
Don’t get too close to those loud booms, hearing specialist suggestsContinue Reading
Probiotic Supplements Failed to Prevent Babies’ Infections
2017-07-03
Benefits of breast-feeding might have overshadowed any potential protective effects, doctors suggestContinue Reading
Health Tip: Are My Toddler’s Eating Habits Normal?
2017-07-03
Signs that parents shouldn’t worry
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Eye Docs Debunk 5 Fireworks Myths
2017-07-02
Make eye safety a priority this Fourth of JulyContinue Reading
Why People With Autism Avoid Eye Contact
2017-06-30
Direct gaze stresses part of the brain tied to social behavior; the study finding might improve therapiesContinue Reading
Health Tip: When Adults Offer Kids Food
2017-06-30
Make sure children are getting the right message
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Health Tip: Practice Drowning Prevention at Home
2017-06-29
It only takes a small amount of waterContinue Reading
Getting Kids in the Habit of Healthy Eating
2017-06-28
Try making good food fun at homeContinue Reading
Community Intervention May Aid Fight Against Childhood Obesity
2017-06-28
Harvard study finds small successes in two Massachusetts-based programsContinue Reading