Genes Tied to Severity of Cystic Fibrosis Identified
2011-05-23
Researchers hope to find way to extend life expectancy for people with this inherited diseaseContinue Reading
Health Tip: Keep a Kid-Friendly Kitchen
2011-05-23
For starters, store cleaning products out of reachContinue Reading
Beware of 'Second-Impact Syndrome' After Concussions
2011-05-22
It can occur when athletes return to play too quickly after head injuryContinue Reading
Study Sees Link Between Psoriasis, Obesity in Kids
2011-05-20
And heart disease risk in those with skin disease may start with high cholesterol in childhoodContinue Reading
Infants' Cries May Predict Later Language Development
2011-05-20
Babies whose cries lacked complexity at 2 months more likely to have language delays at age 2, study suggestsContinue Reading
Experts Say Cholesterol Screenings Should Start in Childhood
2011-05-20
They hope early testing will lead to diet, lifestyle changes and more successful treatmentContinue Reading
Teen Abstinence May Not Stop Later Risky Sex
2011-05-20
Study of twins finds that genes and environment play important roleContinue Reading
Home Births Jump 20 Percent in 4 Years: U.S. Report
2011-05-20
Increase follows 15-year decline; experts remain divided on safetyContinue Reading
Kids of Deployed Parents May Face Mental Health Risks
2011-05-20
Study found 10% higher chance of hospitalization for psychiatric problems in 9- to 17-year-oldsContinue Reading
Health Tip: Remind Children and Teens of Pedestrian Safety
2011-05-19
Suggestions to help prevent an accidentContinue Reading
Potentially Toxic Flame Retardants Found in Baby Products
2011-05-18
Foam used in common items like strollers, high chairs needs more study, researchers sayContinue Reading
FDA Advisers Urge Infant Doses for Kids' OTC Fever Relievers
2011-05-18
Would better protect those under 2 who use products like Children’s Tylenol, experts sayContinue Reading
Early Adversity May Shorten Child's Life
2011-05-18
Study of Romanian orphans suggests neglect can alter chromosomes, speed agingContinue Reading
Massachusetts Study Shows Sharp Rise in Early Autism Diagnoses
2011-05-18
Most of the increase seen among boys, children under 3, researchers noteContinue Reading