With Zika at the Doorstep, U.S. Health Officials Brace for Battle
2016-05-09
The mosquito-borne virus, which causes birth defects, expected to hit Gulf Coast states like Florida, Louisiana and TexasContinue Reading
What You Need to Know About the Zika Virus
2016-05-09
As mosquito season approaches, people can take simple steps to protect themselves, health officials sayContinue Reading
E-Cigarette Poisonings Skyrocket Among Young Kids: Study
2016-05-09
Swallowing the liquid nicotine appears to affect kids under 6 the most, data showContinue Reading
5 Tips for New Moms
2016-05-08
Talk to a doctor before giving babies any vitamins or medications, FDA saysContinue Reading
Zika Destroys Fetal Brain Cells, Lab Study Finds
2016-05-06
Virus appears to activate an immune system response that turns off or stunts cell developmentContinue Reading
Babies Not Natural Mimics
2016-05-06
Small study shows they aren’t born with the ability to copy others, but they learn quicklyContinue Reading
Harsh Parenting May Harm a Child’s Physical Health
2016-05-06
Problems might last into early adulthood, study suggestsContinue Reading
Health Tip: Is Your Child an Emotional Eater?
2016-05-06
Here are potential warning signsContinue Reading
Weight Loss Surgery May Boost Good Cholesterol in Obese Boys
2016-05-05
Small study showed surgery also improved protective effects of HDL on the heartContinue Reading
Weight Loss Surgery May Boost Good Cholesterol in Obese Boys
2016-05-05
Small study showed surgery also improved protective effects of HDL on the heartContinue Reading
Some Teen Girls Coerced Into Pregnancy: Study
2016-05-04
Small review finds high schoolers as young as 14 have had boyfriends who control their reproductive choicesContinue Reading
Got Unused Meds? Here’s What to Do
2016-05-03
Check for local take-back events, or contact the DEA for collection locationsContinue Reading
For ADHD, Start With Behavior Therapy, Not Drugs: CDC
2016-05-03
Parents of hyperactive young children can help them improve through guidance, experts say
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Parents and Social Media: Do as I Say, Not as I Do
2016-05-03
Study finds kids often mirror what mom and dad do when it comes to technology useContinue Reading