Playing Contact Sports in Youth May Raise Risk for Degenerative Brain Disease
2015-12-03
Study suggests that vulnerability to CTE not limited to professional football playersContinue Reading
Agricultural Pesticides May Affect Kids’ Breathing
2015-12-03
Early exposure to organophosphates could raise risk of COPD later, researchers suggestContinue Reading
Could Energy Drink ‘Shots’ Raise Teens’ Diabetes Risk?
2015-12-02
Study found those who consumed caffeine-laden drinks had higher blood sugar, insulin levels laterContinue Reading
Delayed Clamping of Umbilical Cord May Be Better for Preemies
2015-12-01
Waiting 45 seconds was linked to enhanced motor skills among infants in studyContinue Reading
Planned Cesareans Tied to Slight Increase in Asthma Risk for Kids
2015-12-01
But second report finds countries with low C-section rates had higher death rates for infants, mothers
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Planned Cesareans Tied to Slight Increase in Asthma Risk for Kids
2015-12-01
But second report finds countries with low C-section rates had higher death rates for infants, mothers
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Metformin May Not Help Obese Teens With Type 1 Diabetes
2015-12-01
Study found most benefits waned over time, but one expert believes more research is neededContinue Reading
Higher Cigarette Taxes Tied to Fewer Infant Deaths
2015-12-01
U.S. study suggests pregnant women may be less likely to smoke if tobacco prices are higherContinue Reading
After Concussion Symptoms Fade, Slowed Blood Flow in Brain May Persist
2015-11-30
But preliminary study doesn’t determine whether that is cause for concern, experts sayContinue Reading
Teens More Cautious About Sex When Parents Set Rules, Study Finds
2015-11-30
Kids tend to delay sex if Mom and Dad keep an eye on what they’re doing, who they’re withContinue Reading
Dogs May Ease a Child’s Fears
2015-11-29
Kids with pets in the home were less likely to test positive for anxiety than those without, study foundContinue Reading
Bullies May Face Higher Odds of Eating Disorders: Study
2015-11-27
Risk of anorexia or bulimia significantly higher than for kids not involved in bullyingContinue Reading
Assessing Health Issues of Child Refugees
2015-11-27
Medical profiles of newly arrived children are important for treatment, researcher saysContinue Reading
Bullies May Face Higher Odds of Eating Disorders: Study
2015-11-27
Risk of anorexia or bulimia significantly higher than for kids not involved in bullyingContinue Reading