8 Ways to Help Kids Dodge Germs
2017-02-08
Boosting your child’s immune system lets them stay in cold- and flu-fighting shapeContinue Reading
Brain Differences Hint at Why Autism Is More Common in Males
2017-02-08
Women with the disorder appear more likely to have brain anatomy that’s typically seen in men, study saysContinue Reading
Harsh Parenting Can Backfire With Bad Behavior From Teens
2017-02-08
Early sex, stealing and dropping out of school are some of the consequences, study contendsContinue Reading
E-Cigs May Be ‘Bridge’ to Teens’ Tobacco Use
2017-02-08
‘Vapers’ seem much more likely to give real smokes a try, study findsContinue Reading
U.S. Legislation Boosted Access to Autism Services, With No Added Cost to Families
2017-02-07
Findings show 2008 federal ‘parity’ law is having desired effect, researchers sayContinue Reading
U.S. Teens Lag on Recommended Vaccinations
2017-02-06
HPV and flu immunization rates remain well below goals, pediatricians’ group saysContinue Reading
Most Adult Survivors of Childhood Cancers Enjoy Good Sexual Health
2017-02-06
Study finds especially toxic treatments were tied to later issues, but most rated sex lives as positiveContinue Reading
For Kids, Regular Exercise Seems to Put Depression on the Run
2017-02-06
Finding could be significant because it suggests physical activity can be used to boost mental healthContinue Reading
Pet Meds Sending Kids to the ER
2017-02-06
It’s not uncommon for toddlers to ingest drugs intended for dogs and cats, study findsContinue Reading
1 in 4 Teen E-Cigarette Users Has Tried ‘Dripping’
2017-02-06
This method creates denser clouds of vapor, with unknown effects on health, researchers sayContinue Reading
Dressing Baby for a Safe Winter Drive
2017-02-05
Avoid bulky clothing, American Academy of Pediatrics saysContinue Reading
Obstetric Complications Tied to Slightly Upped Risk for Autism
2017-02-03
Study suggests link, but one expert stressed that most complicated pregnancies result in babies without autismContinue Reading
U.S. High School Kids Abandoning Sweetened Sodas
2017-02-02
CDC study finds daily intake of these and other sugary drinks fell to just 20 percent by 2015Continue Reading
Laundry Detergent Pods Linked to Eye Burn Danger in Kids
2017-02-02
Nearly 500 such injuries occurred in 2015, study reportsContinue Reading