Smog, Stressed Mom May Raise Risk of Behavior Woes in Kids
2013-10-08
Exposure to a combination of the two in the womb is worse than either alone, study suggestsContinue Reading
Second Dose of Vaccine Cuts Chickenpox Cases Even More, Study Finds
2013-10-08
Kids and adults benefit from children receiving both recommended immunizations, researcher says
Probiotics to Prevent Colic?
2013-10-08
Do probiotics work to treat colic and stop excessive crying in infants?Continue Reading
Probiotics Not Shown to Soothe Babies’ Colic, Review Finds
2013-10-07
Experts say parents should check with doctors for excessive crying, fussinessContinue Reading
1 in 10 Young Adults Admits to Sexual Violence
2013-10-07
Violent pornography may be partially to blame, researcher saysContinue Reading
U.S. Panel Rejects Blood Pressure Screening for Kids, Teens
2013-10-07
Despite calls for routine testing, task force finds lack of evidence it would helpContinue Reading
Parents’ Feeding Choices May Raise Baby’s Risk for Celiac Disease
2013-10-07
Study links late introduction of gluten, breast-feeding beyond 1 year to development of the digestive disorder
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Star Athletes Often Endorse Junk Food, Study Says
2013-10-07
Sugar-packed ‘sports drinks’ among products hawked in lucrative ad campaignsContinue Reading
Stars Pitching Unhealthy Products?
2013-10-07
Are celebrity athletes sending kids mixed messages about diet and health by endorsing nutrient-poor foods and beverages?Continue Reading
New Test Spots Risk for PTSD in Injured Kids
2013-10-04
Experts say early recognition crucial for avoiding later psychological, behavior problemsContinue Reading
Cold, Abusive Parenting May Set Child Up for Health Woes as Adult
2013-10-04
‘Toxic’ stress takes physical toll, study saysContinue Reading
Egg Allergy No Obstacle to Child’s Flu Shot, CDC Says
2013-10-04
New guidelines say special precautions aren’t neededContinue Reading
Junk Food Makers Target Kids With Free Online Games, Study Says
2013-10-04
Experts call for regulation of ‘advergames’ while industry says it polices itself
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