Sugary Drinks, Foods Might Put Teens at Risk for Heart Disease
2011-01-10
Study found those who consumed the most showed more signs of pending cardiovascular troubleContinue Reading
Closely Spaced Pregnancies Might Up Autism Risk: Study
2011-01-10
Babies conceived within a year of an older sibling had heightened odds, researchers foundContinue Reading
U.S. Officials Recommend Reduced Fluoride Levels in Water
2011-01-07
Goal is to prevent kids from getting too much, developing spotted teeth, experts sayContinue Reading
Teens Breast-fed as Infants Have Stronger Leg Muscles
2011-01-07
They did better on horizontal jump, ‘explosive strength’ tests, study findsContinue Reading
Healthy Brain Development May Be a Matter of Timing
2011-01-07
Study in worms finds far-reaching effects for early connections between cellsContinue Reading
No Surgery for Moderate Tonsillitis, New Guidelines Say
2011-01-06
Experts draft standards to help doctors identify, manage tonsillectomy patientsContinue Reading
Infant Organ Donors Could Help Meet Transplant Needs: Study
2011-01-06
Some good could come from tragic loss, researchers suggestContinue Reading
Doctor Behind Study Linking Vaccine to Autism Accused of 'Deliberate Fraud'
2011-01-06
British report in medical journal alleges he twisted facts on cases involving 12 childrenContinue Reading
FDA Launches Review of Tobacco Products
2011-01-05
New, changed items can be no more harmful than products already on marketContinue Reading
Chickenpox Vaccine Cuts Hospitalization Rates: Study
2011-01-05
Immunization program reduces illness and disease-related costs, researchers sayContinue Reading
Survey Finds Much Victimization of Children Goes Unreported
2011-01-04
Percentage of cases revealed to authorities has risen, experts say, but many remain hiddenContinue Reading
U.S. Kids Getting Lots of Radiation Scans, Study Finds
2011-01-04
Experts say more X-rays, CT scans require greater effort to ensure safetyContinue Reading
In U.S., Obesity Afflicts Even Some of the Tiniest Tots
2011-01-03
Study points out the problem, but reasons remain unclearContinue Reading
For Many, Sledding Ends in Dash to the ER
2010-12-30
Experts offer tips on how to keep kids safe while enjoying winter playContinue Reading