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Sleep Loss, Marijuana Use Linked in Teen Social Networks 03-20-2010
Common Pesticide Tied to Development Delays in Kids 03-19-2010
Health Tip: Doing Baby's Laundry 03-19-2010
FDA Toughens Rules on Tobacco Sales to Kids 03-18-2010
Health Tip: Medications and Breast Feeding 03-18-2010
Learning May Be Tougher for the Teen Brain 03-18-2010
More Kids Now Extremely Obese 03-18-2010
Prenatal Stress May Boost Baby's Asthma Risk 03-18-2010
'Gaming' Sends Boys' Test Scores Sliding 03-17-2010
Risks of Kids' Surgeries May Not Stick With Parents 03-17-2010
Health Tip: Buying Baby's Car Seat 03-15-2010
Repeated Anesthesia May Hamper Children's Learning Ability 03-15-2010
Teen Girls Say Pink Camel in Cigarette Ads Caught Their Eye 03-15-2010
Strides Seen in Orthopedic Surgery for Kids 03-14-2010
Bad Behavior in Youth Linked to Chronic Pain Later in Life 03-12-2010
Inhalant Abuse a Deadly Middle-School Concern 03-11-2010
Young Kids to Benefit From Broader Pneumococcal Vaccine 03-11-2010
For Tough Head Lice, Pill Tops Lotion 03-10-2010
H1N1 Flu Spreads Slower Than Seasonal Flu: Study 03-10-2010
Health Tip: What's Behind Childhood Obesity 03-10-2010
Jump in Kids' Sports Injuries Due to Overuse 03-10-2010
Severe Injuries From ATV Accidents on the Rise 03-10-2010
Youth Baseball Injuries Becoming More Common 03-10-2010
Protect Your Baby's Smile 03-06-2010
Oldest Epilepsy Drug Best for Children 03-03-2010
Child Obesity Rates Going Up 03-02-2010
Screen Time May Take a Toll on Kids' Relationships 03-02-2010
Secondhand Smoke Starts Damaging Arteries in Childhood 03-02-2010
Future Heart Disease May Be in Store for Obese Kids 03-01-2010
Health Tip: Introduce Your Child to Music 03-01-2010
Parents Still Worried About Vaccine Safety 03-01-2010
Risk of Childhood Obesity Higher Among Minorities 03-01-2010
Some Parents Consider Hastening a Sick Child's Death 03-01-2010
Watching Special Videos May Not Make Kids Brainier 03-01-2010
BPA May Raise Risk of Asthma in Kids 02-28-2010
Blood Test Might Sort Out Milk Allergies 02-27-2010
Existing Health Programs Could Help More Kids With Asthma 02-24-2010
Naptime Helps Babies Remember New Things 02-24-2010
Shortage of Black Doctors Rooted in Social, Economic Ills 02-24-2010
Third of Young U.S. Adults Lack Health Insurance 02-24-2010
Health Tip: Reduce Your Baby's Risk of SIDS 02-19-2010
Teens Might Exercise More If They Think It's Fun 02-19-2010
Traumatic Amputations in Children Have High Costs 02-19-2010
When Seniors Tutor Kids, They Sharpen Their Own Minds As Well 02-19-2010
Health Tip: When Baby is Born With a Heart Murmur 02-18-2010
High Rates of Childhood Leukemia Seen in Iraq Province 02-18-2010
More Young Women Driving Drunk 02-17-2010
Simple Concussion Test Measures Reaction Time 02-17-2010
True Signs of Autism May Not Appear Until 1st Birthday 02-17-2010
Cell Phones, Video Games Don't Spur Teen Headaches 02-16-2010
Health Tip: Preventing Baby Bottle Tooth Decay 02-16-2010
One in Two Children Has Chronic Health Issues 02-16-2010
Another Study Refutes Vaccination-Autism Link 02-12-2010
Gay Men's Evolutionary Role May Be to Help Protect Young Kin 02-12-2010
Girl Softball Players Suffering More Shoulder Injuries 02-12-2010
ADHD Brain May Be a Little Different 02-11-2010
Benicar Approved for Kids With High Blood Pressure 02-11-2010
Movies Loaded With Images of Junk Food 02-11-2010
Premature Death Could Await Obese Kids 02-10-2010
Strong 'Sweet Tooth' in Kids Tied to Family's Mental Health 02-10-2010
Health Tip: Protect Your Child at Day Care 02-09-2010
Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Kids May Have Genetic Cause 02-09-2010
3 Home Habits Help Youngsters Stay Slim 02-08-2010
Health Tip: Spot Unsafe Playgrounds 02-08-2010
Concussion Awareness for Young Athletes Gets Big Play 02-05-2010
Health Tip: Understanding Ear Tube Surgery 02-05-2010
Kids Born Early in Year More Likely to Be Athletes? 02-05-2010
Artificial Pancreas Helps Type 1 Diabetics During Sleep 02-04-2010
Review Spotlights Clues to Serious Childhood Infection 02-04-2010
Tests Show Top Tuna Brands Have High Mercury Levels 02-04-2010
Biking to School Boosts Kids' Fitness 02-03-2010
Wii Popularity Leads to New Kind of Gaming Injury 02-03-2010
Children Likelier to See Dentist if Parents Go Too 02-02-2010
Controversial Autism Study Retracted by Medical Journal 02-02-2010
Later Puberty Seen for Obese Boys 02-02-2010
Lead Exposure May Contribute to ADHD 02-02-2010
Spanish-Speaking Mothers Less Likely to Turn on TV 02-02-2010
Study Suggests High HIV Rate Among African Teens 02-02-2010
Diabetes Drug Helps Dieting Teens Lose Weight 02-01-2010
Fewer Childhood Deaths From Rheumatic Disease 02-01-2010
Loving Foster Homes Improve Kids' Attention, Impulsivity 02-01-2010
Obama Proposes $911 Billion for Health and Human Services 02-01-2010
Preventive Steps Helped Summer Campers Avoid Swine Flu 02-01-2010
Haitian Children Need Specific Relief Efforts 01-28-2010
Kids' Screenings in Place, But Referrals Lacking 01-28-2010
Kids' Use of Alternative Therapies Often Mimics Parents' 01-28-2010
Some Childhood Cancer Survivors Face More Challenges at School 01-28-2010
Alcohol Affects Baby's Pain Regulation 01-27-2010
Are Two Mommies as Good as Mom and Dad? 01-27-2010
Rotavirus Vaccine Could Save Millions of Children Worldwide 01-27-2010
In Injury-Prone Soccer, Headers Aren't the Problem 01-26-2010
Young Smokers May Be More Apt to Try Pot 01-26-2010
Ambidextrous Children at Higher Risk for Learning Problems 01-25-2010
Female Teachers Pass on Math Anxieties 01-25-2010
New Guidelines Suggest Botox for Cerebral Palsy 01-25-2010
Wooden Toilet Seats Can Trigger Children's Rash 01-25-2010
Discrimination May Lead to Smoking in Boys 01-22-2010
Environment Crucial to Boosting Child's Reading Skills 01-22-2010
Potty Training Best Between Ages 2 and 3 01-22-2010
1 in 5 U.S. Kids Has High Cholesterol 01-21-2010
Health Tip: Prevent Injuries From Toys 01-18-2010
Voice Control Needs Time to Develop After Cochlear Implant 01-18-2010
Shots Relieve Children's Hay Fever, Cut Expenses 01-16-2010
55 Million Americans Sickened by Swine Flu So Far 01-15-2010
Girls' Soccer Injuries Plummet After Exercise Program 01-15-2010
1 in 4 U.S. Teen Girls Involved in Violent Behavior 01-14-2010
Health Tip: Signs That a Baby Is Hungry 01-14-2010
Lung Infection Up in Wake of Kids' Pneumonia Vaccine 01-14-2010
Confidence Helps Boost Teenage Girls' Math Skills 01-11-2010
Health Tip: When Baby Gets a Shot 01-11-2010
Very Low Levels of Lead Harm Kids' Kidneys: Study 01-11-2010
After Cochlear Implant, Music Therapy May Aid Speech 01-08-2010
Short School Closures Won't Shut Down Flu 01-08-2010
Two-Thirds of American Teens Need More Shut-Eye 01-08-2010
EPA Unveils Stricter Smog Standards 01-07-2010
Health Tip: What's Failure to Thrive? 01-07-2010
Abused Kids More Prone to Migraines in Adulthood 01-06-2010
Showing Kids How Fast They Eat May Help Them Shape Up 01-06-2010
Markers Predict Kids' Risk of Diabetes as Adults 01-04-2010
More Toddlers, Young Children Given Antipsychotics 01-04-2010
No Proof Yet That Special Diets Ease Autism 01-04-2010
Using Kitchen Spoons Ups Risk of Dosing Errors 01-04-2010
Without Chickenpox Shot, Kids' Risk Rises Ninefold 01-04-2010
Ear Infections: New Thinking on What to Do 01-02-2010
Health Tip: Managing Febrile Seizures 01-01-2010
Health Tip: Who Shouldn't 'Cosleep' With an Infant 12-31-2009
For Kids, All Activity May Not Be Equal 12-30-2009
Living With a Smoker Puts Kids at Risk for Emphysema 12-30-2009
Health Tip: Warning Signs of Juvenile Arthritis 12-28-2009
Heavier Sons Tied to Higher Death Risk for Parents 12-25-2009
Health Tip: Help Baby Stretch and Move 12-24-2009
Swine Flu May Be Rewriting the Flu-Season Script 12-24-2009
Nearly 5 Million Doses of Nasal Swine Flu Vaccine Recalled 12-23-2009
As Swine Flu Wanes, So Does Public's Fear 12-22-2009
Aspirin During Pregnancy May Help Preemies 12-22-2009
Santa Not the Best Role Model for Kids' Health 12-20-2009
Kids in Home-Based Day Care Lack Exercise 12-18-2009
One in 110 U.S. Children Has Autism 12-18-2009
'Sexting' by Kids Begets Fretting by Parents 12-17-2009
Teens Think Smoking More Dangerous Than Drinking, Drugs 12-17-2009
Witnesses to Bullying May Suffer Most of All 12-17-2009
Boosting Kids' Stroke IQ May Save Lives 12-15-2009
Health Tip: Preventing Burns on Baby's Skin 12-15-2009
Large Recall of Children's Swine Flu Vaccine 12-15-2009
Playground Surface Plays a Role in Kids' Injuries 12-15-2009
Puberty May Trigger Sleep Apnea in Overweight Kids 12-15-2009
Half of U.S. Kids With Mental Issues Are Getting Help 12-14-2009
Health Tip: Prevent Diaper Rash 12-14-2009
Marijuana Use No Longer Dropping Among U.S. Teens 12-14-2009
Hardship in Childhood May Affect Long-Term Health 12-13-2009
Swine Flu Infection Rates Continue to Fall 12-11-2009
Bad Behavior as a Kid Linked to Early Death in Men 12-10-2009
Swine Flu Has Infected 1 in 6 Americans: CDC 12-10-2009
When It Comes to Toys, Shop Smart, Shop Safe 12-10-2009
Caffeine Doesn't Sober You Up 12-09-2009
General Mills to Cut Sugar in Kids' Cereals 12-09-2009
Kids Who Beat Cancer Still Face Heart Risks 12-09-2009
Health Tip: Taking Care of Your Preemie 12-08-2009
Urine Sample May Reveal Sleep Disorder in Kids 12-07-2009
When Parent Is Deployed, Kids Struggle 12-07-2009
Certain Childhood Cancers More Likely to Recur 12-04-2009
Swine Flu Continues to Wane 12-04-2009
Health Tip: Does Your Child Grind the Teeth? 12-03-2009
Childhood Lead Exposure Causes Permanent Damage: Study 12-01-2009
Health Tip: Prevent Poisoning 12-01-2009
Beverage Can Tabs Remain a Risk for Kids 11-30-2009
Health Tip: Buying a Baby Gate 11-30-2009
Working Intensely Early on May Help Autistic Kids 11-30-2009
Health Tip: Caring for Baby's Umbilical Cord 11-26-2009
Mom's Depression May Worsen Child's Asthma 11-25-2009
Dangerous Toys Still on Store Shelves, Report Finds 11-24-2009
Family Financial Status Affects Child-Care Injury Rates 11-24-2009
Parents Worry About Their Kids' Safety on the Internet 11-24-2009
Health Tip: Bonding With Your New Baby 11-23-2009
Stunts Raise Injury Risks for Cheerleaders 11-21-2009
Discovery Boosts Boys' Prospects for Post-Cancer Fertility 11-20-2009
Health Tip: Determining Migraines in Children 11-20-2009
Swine Flu Declining in Some Parts of U.S. 11-20-2009
Swine Flu May Hit Kids With Asthma Harder 11-20-2009
Health Tip: When Infants Get Diarrhea 11-19-2009
Parental Monitoring Can Curb Teen Marijuana Use 11-19-2009
Toddlers, Obese Kids Suffer Most From Smoke 11-18-2009
Could Plastics Chemicals 'Feminize' Boys' Play? 11-17-2009
'Fearless' 3-Year-Olds Might Be Tomorrow's Criminals 11-17-2009
Health Tip: When Baby Is Teething 11-17-2009
Viagra Helpful for Children With Heart Defect 11-17-2009
Experts Urge School Screening of Athletes' Hearts 11-15-2009
FDA Questions Safety of Caffeinated Alcoholic Drinks 11-13-2009
Many Kids Feel Threatened in the Classroom 11-13-2009
Wireless Phones Alter Levels of Brain Chemical 11-12-2009
Health Tip: Sources of Childhood Stress 11-10-2009
Health Tip: Recording Your Child's Medical History 11-09-2009
Hot-Tub Injuries on the Rise 11-09-2009
Bad-Behaving Teens May Be Living Up to Expectations 11-07-2009
Wood Fires Can Harm the Youngest Lungs 11-06-2009
Gene Therapy for Fatal Brain Disorder 'Just the Beginning' 11-05-2009
Health Tip: Create Baby's Bedtime Routine 11-05-2009
School Violence Drops With Federal Program 11-05-2009
Folate Levels in Pregnancy Tied to ADHD in Offspring 11-03-2009
Trauma Deadlier for Kids Without Insurance 11-03-2009
Food Stamps Help Stave Off Hunger in Many U.S. Homes 11-02-2009
One Dose of Swine Flu Vaccine Works for Pregnant Women 11-02-2009
At Least 114 U.S. Kids Dead From Swine Flu 10-30-2009
17,000 Child Deaths Linked to Lack of Insurance 10-29-2009
1 Million More Doses of Swine Flu Vaccine on Hand 10-28-2009
Even Light Smoking Affects Young Adults' Arteries 10-28-2009
Preventive Antibiotics Help Some Kids Fend Off Urinary Infections 10-28-2009
Antipsychotic Drugs Spur Dramatic Weight Gain in Kids 10-27-2009
Sebelius: There Will Be Swine Flu Vaccine for All Who Want It 10-26-2009
Treat Kids to a Safe Halloween 10-26-2009
Obama Declares Swine Flu a National Emergency 10-24-2009
Health Tip: Warning Signs of Scoliosis 10-23-2009
Swine Flu Vaccine Still in Short Supply 10-23-2009
Health Tip: Signs of an Asthma Attack in Your Child 10-22-2009
Production Problems Plague Delivery of Swine Flu Vaccine 10-22-2009
Rotavirus Vaccine Cutting Infection Rates Among Kids 10-22-2009
Swine Flu Parties? Send Your Regrets, Experts Say 10-22-2009
Worldwide Vaccine Availability Reaches All-Time High: Report 10-21-2009
Babies Injured in Car Seats Used Outside of Cars 10-20-2009
School Meals Need to Get Healthier: Report 10-20-2009
Swine Flu Still Strikes Younger People Hardest 10-20-2009
Childhood ADHD Linked to Criminal Behavior in Adults 10-19-2009
Health Tip: Putting Baby to Bed 10-19-2009
Minnesota Pig Infected With H1N1 Flu 10-19-2009
11 More Children Die From Swine Flu: CDC 10-17-2009
Video Games Can Play Havoc With Kids' Joints 10-17-2009
11 More Children Die From Swine Flu: CDC 10-16-2009
Race, Insurance May Affect Testing of Kids in ER 10-16-2009
Health Tip: When to Call the Pediatrician 10-15-2009
Severe Swine Flu Could Lead to Blood Clots in Lungs: Study 10-14-2009
Health Tip: Bringing Baby Home 10-13-2009
Many Hospitalized With Swine Flu Had Been Healthy 10-13-2009
Soothing Imagery May Help Rid Some Kids of Stomach Pain 10-13-2009
A Little Cash Buys a Lot of Calories at the Corner Store 10-12-2009
Want Leaner Kids? Parents May Need to Toe the Line 10-11-2009
76 Children Dead From Swine Flu: CDC 10-09-2009
Health Tip: Choosing a Safe Halloween Costume 10-09-2009
'No Flu Shots for My Kids' 10-09-2009
As Teens Plug In, Parents Fret 10-08-2009
Half of U.S. Kids Assaulted Each Year: Study 10-08-2009
Health Tip: Understanding Gestational Diabetes 10-08-2009
Burn Rate in Kids Has Dropped, But Still Causes Concern 10-06-2009
Exercise in Adolescence May Cut Risk of Deadly Brain Tumor 10-06-2009
Health Tip: Soothing a Colicky Baby 10-06-2009
Most Childhood Cancer Survivors Have Healthy Babies 10-06-2009
Program Helps Kids Switch Over to Healthy Behaviors 10-06-2009
Autism May Be More Common Than Thought 10-05-2009
Tiny Batteries Can Cause Big Problems for Young Children 10-05-2009
Daily Candy in Childhood Linked to Violence in Adulthood 10-02-2009
Delaying Weight-Loss Surgery May Leave Teens at Risk 10-02-2009
Health Tip: Help Prevent Childhood Migraines 10-02-2009
Children Need Seasonal Flu Vaccine, Experts Say 10-01-2009
1918 Flu Closings May Provide Lessons for Today 09-29-2009
Fetal Surgery May Treat Heart Defect 09-29-2009
Social Status as a Teen Predicts Health as an Adult 09-29-2009
Health Tip: Choosing a Child Safety Seat 09-28-2009
Many Kids Suffer Medication Side Effects: Study 09-28-2009
FDA Issues Health Alert on Kids' Tamiflu Dosages 09-25-2009
Firm Parents Keep Teen Drivers Safe 09-25-2009
Health Tip: Help Prevent Your Child's Constipation 09-25-2009
Spanking May Lower Kids' IQs 09-25-2009
Studies Evaluate Thyroid Treatment During Pregnancy 09-25-2009
Health Tip: Crib Mattress Safety 09-24-2009
Letter Warns About Tricky Dosing With Liquid Tamiflu for Kids 09-24-2009
Flavored Cigarette Ban Takes Effect 09-22-2009
Rising Heat, Humidity Raise Risk of Asthma Flares 09-22-2009
Binge Drinking May Encourage Infection 09-21-2009
Drinking in Adolescence May Lead to Risky Choices Later 09-21-2009
Many Teens Circumvent Tanning Bed Laws 09-21-2009
Gene Mutation Linked to Fever-Induced Seizures 09-18-2009
Genetics Linked to Early Sexual Activity in Kids 09-18-2009
Health Tip: When Bedwetting Signals Another Problem 09-18-2009
With Alcohol, Starting Young May Lead to Dependency 09-18-2009
Childhood Stroke More Common Than Thought 09-17-2009
Even Small Amounts of Lead Harmful to Kids 09-17-2009
More Teens Getting Needed Vaccines 09-17-2009
Better Day Care, Smarter Kids? 09-16-2009
Hepatitis B Vaccination Protects Against Liver Cancer 09-16-2009
Insured Kids With Uninsured Parents Miss Needed Health Care 09-16-2009
Less TV Brings More Parent-Child Interaction 09-16-2009
Scars of Bullying Linger 09-16-2009
Anxious Kids at Risk for Obesity in Adulthood 09-15-2009
Health Tip: Signs That Baby Is in Pain 09-15-2009
Not All Kids With Head Injuries Need Brain Scans 09-14-2009
Very Small Head Size Could Signal Problems in Newborns 09-14-2009
Traffic Deaths Near Peak in September 09-12-2009
Actress Helps Promote New Campaign for Meningitis Vaccine 09-11-2009
Swine Flu Trials Continue to Point to 1-Dose Vaccine 09-11-2009
Treating Childhood Leukemia With Fewer Side Effects 09-10-2009
Young People at High Risk of Death Worldwide 09-10-2009
Health Tip: Swaddling Your New Baby 09-09-2009
Colleges Move to Limit Swine Flu's Spread 09-08-2009
Health Tip: Help Prevent Pinkeye 09-08-2009
Health Tip: Is Your Child's Backpack Too Heavy? 09-08-2009
Motivation May Be at Root of ADHD 09-08-2009
Program Curbs Teen Substance Abuse, Delinquency 09-07-2009
Kickoff, Punting Take a Toll 09-06-2009
In Toys and More, Are Chemicals Safe or Harmful? 09-05-2009
Doctors' Efforts to Fight Childhood Obesity Not Working 09-04-2009
U.S. Issues Swine Flu Guidelines for Day-Care Programs 09-04-2009
Health Tip: Eating Fish and Shellfish 09-03-2009
High School Sports Put Players at Risk for Severe Injuries 09-03-2009
School Days Give Some Kids a Headache 09-03-2009
Swine Flu Poses Risk to Kids With Neurological Conditions 09-03-2009
Take the Load Off Your Child's Back 09-03-2009
Keep Your Flu Shots Straight This Fall 09-02-2009
Lead Levels in Many Lipsticks Higher Than Reported 09-02-2009
New Technique Offers Hope for Kids With Immune Deficiency 09-02-2009
Weight-Loss Surgery Breaks Families' 'Obesity Cycle' 09-02-2009
Drivers Distracted When Near Schools 09-01-2009
Driving After Binge Drinking More Common Than Believed 09-01-2009
Health Tip: Pack Your Child's Lunch 09-01-2009
Swine Flu on Campuses Boosts Call for Vaccinations 08-31-2009
Alcohol Ads on Cable TV Reach Young Audiences 08-28-2009
Another Report Finds Swine Flu Targeting the Young 08-27-2009
Health Tip: Stifle Back-to-School Allergy and Asthma Problems 08-27-2009
Abuse of ADHD Drugs on the Rise 08-24-2009
Car Seats Can Limit Kids' Oxygen Supplies 08-24-2009
Health Tip: Choosing a Backpack 08-24-2009
Smokers' Cars Loaded With Nicotine 08-24-2009
Soothe Back-to-School Anxiety, Teach Kids to Relax 08-23-2009
Going Back to School With Asthma Takes Extra Work 08-22-2009
Health Tip: Buying Back-to-School Shoes 08-21-2009
Pot Might Blunt Damage of Binge Drinking 08-21-2009
Single Kidney Transplant From Young, Deceased Donors Works Well 08-21-2009
Health Tip: Avoid Your Child's Asthma Attacks 08-20-2009
School Kids, Parents Should Get Flu Vaccines First 08-20-2009
Post-Tonsillectomy Codeine May Pose Dangers 08-19-2009
Health Tip: Your Child Must Wear a Bike Helmet 08-18-2009
Ibuprofen Rated Best for Pain of Broken Arms 08-18-2009
For Short Kids, No Lack of Self-Esteem 08-17-2009
Backyard Raccoon 'Latrines' Harbor Hidden Dangers 08-14-2009
Health Tip: Back to School, Back to Sleep 08-14-2009
Restrictive Diet for Kids May Backfire 08-14-2009
Health Tip: Children Need Exercise, Too 08-13-2009
Health Tip: Selecting a Pediatrician 08-12-2009
Stressed Out College Students Losing Sleep 08-12-2009
Many Parents, Caregivers Lack Basic Child-Safety Information 08-11-2009
Blows to the Chest Up Death Risk for Lacrosse Players 08-10-2009
Health Tip: Staying Safe on the Playground 08-10-2009
Sharing Prescription Meds Common Among U.S. Teens 08-10-2009
Young Moms Follow Their Mother's Parenting Style 08-10-2009
Good Planning Paves Way for Kid's Operation 08-08-2009
Cholesterol Screening Shouldn't Rely on Kids' Weight 08-07-2009
Signs of Depression Noted in Second Graders 08-07-2009
When Kids Are Hospitalized, Parents Fret About Errors 08-07-2009
Food Allergy Facts Need More Focus 08-06-2009
Autism May Hinder Ability to Read Body Language 08-05-2009
Health Tip: Buying Baby's First Bathtub 08-04-2009
Gym Class Injuries Up 150 Percent 08-03-2009
Lots of Schoolkids Squint to See Chalkboard 08-03-2009
Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Heart Risk Factors in Kids 08-03-2009
Young Kids' Screen Time May Raise Blood Pressure 08-03-2009
After Neuroblastoma, Chronic Problems Often Await 07-31-2009
Even 9-Year-Olds Can Learn CPR 07-31-2009
Health Tip: If Your Diabetic Child Gets Sick 07-31-2009
Homelessness Tied to Kids' Mental Health 07-31-2009
More Kids Becoming Severely Obese 07-31-2009
Researchers Discover the Tale Behind Short Dogs 07-30-2009
Resistance to Malaria Drug Reported in Cambodia 07-29-2009
FDA Calls for Stricter Controls on Mercury Fillings 07-28-2009
Health Tip: Baby Diapering 101 07-27-2009
1 in 7 Low-Income Preschoolers Is Obese 07-23-2009
Health Tip: Preventing Pinworms 07-23-2009
Sedentary Kids May Take Longer to Fall Asleep 07-23-2009
E-Cigarettes Pose a Health Hazard, FDA Warns 07-22-2009
Gene Mutation Could Be Key to Rare Blood Vessel Disease 07-22-2009
Infanticide of 19th Century: Was It SIDS? 07-22-2009
Parental Stress Boosts Kids' Asthma Risk 07-21-2009
Exposure to Common Pollutant in Womb Might Lower IQ 07-20-2009
Health Tip: Keep Kids Safe Around Pets 07-20-2009
Internet May Be Newest Venue for Teen Tobacco Exposure 07-20-2009
Perception May Affect Drinking by College Students 07-20-2009
Guard Against Swine Flu at Summer Camp 07-18-2009
Fetal Alcohol Disorders Often Misdiagnosed as ADHD 07-17-2009
Health Tip: Managing Your Child's Asthma 07-17-2009
Cars Are No Place for Kids to Be Alone 07-16-2009
New Insights Could Help Shield Babies From Diarrhea Bug 07-16-2009
Teen Behaviors Stem From Genetics, Environment 07-16-2009
Many Kids Outgrow Chronic Headaches 07-15-2009
Number of Underweight Kids in U.S. Continues to Fall 07-15-2009
Rare Cells Linked to Pediatric Cancers 07-15-2009
U.S. Students' Academic Interests Tend to Wane in Middle School 07-15-2009
Germs Hold Court in Sand Castles 07-14-2009
Health Tip: Burping Baby 07-14-2009
Repair ACL Injuries in Young Athletes Quickly 07-14-2009
Bathtub Accidents Injure 43,000 U.S. Kids Each Year 07-13-2009
Health Tip: Keep Baby's Nails Trimmed 07-13-2009
Health Tip: Easing Earache Pain 07-10-2009
Health Tip: Understanding ADHD 07-10-2009
Overall Health of U.S. Children a Mixed Bag 07-10-2009
For Kids, Two Languages Can Be as Easy as One 07-09-2009
Stroke in Children Rare But Costly 07-09-2009
Vaccine May Someday Thwart Ear Infections 07-09-2009
Fewer Shots Could Still Protect Kids From Pneumonia 07-07-2009
Team Sports Can't Compete With Films to Keep Kids From Smoking 07-06-2009
Kids May 'Learn' to Tolerate Food Allergens 07-05-2009
Put Safety First on the 4th 07-03-2009
Antibiotics May Boost Risk for Recurrent Ear Infection 07-01-2009
Obesity Rates Continue to Climb in U.S. 07-01-2009
TV Ads Trigger Mindless Eating 07-01-2009
15 Percent of U.S. Teens Think They'll Die Young 06-29-2009
Health Tip: When Your Child Needs Glasses 06-29-2009
Teens With Eating Disorders Benefit From Parents' Help 06-26-2009
Abused Kids Face Higher Cancer Risk 06-25-2009
For Kids With Leukemia, Radiation May Be Safe to Skip 06-24-2009
Health Tip: Preparing Your Child for a Medical Test 06-22-2009
Don't Get Lazy About Lawn-Mower Safety 06-20-2009
Program Helps 1st Graders Stay Safe Long-Term 06-19-2009
Toilet Training Goes High Tech 06-19-2009
Teens of Dads Who Drink Too Much Tend to Follow Suit 06-18-2009
Boys May Feel a Genetic Pull Toward Gangs 06-17-2009
Breast-Feeding Boosts Child's School Performance 06-17-2009
Genes May Raise Risk of Neuroblastoma in Kids 06-17-2009
Taking Aim at Relapse of Leukemia in Kids 06-17-2009
Sinus Infections Can Cause Toxic Shock in Kids 06-16-2009
Drug Shows Promise Against Childhood Epilepsy 06-15-2009
Health Tip: Caring for Your Newborn 06-15-2009
Keep Safety in Mind While Cooling Off in the Water 06-14-2009
Health Tip: Soothing Separation Anxiety 06-12-2009
Kids With Eye Condition at Risk for Poor Mental Health 06-12-2009
Postpartum Anxiety May Delay Puberty in Kids 06-11-2009
As Sleep Improves, Grades Seem to Go Up 06-10-2009
Health Tip: Choosing Baby's Changing Table 06-10-2009
Computers Causing Injuries in the Home 06-09-2009
Early Bedtime May Help Stave Off Teen Depression 06-09-2009
Daytime Nap Has Benefits Beyond Rest for Kids 06-08-2009
Too Much Computer Gaming Can Steal Your Sleep 06-08-2009
Summer Fun Need Not Be Hazardous 06-07-2009
Wear Sunscreen for Lifelong Benefits 06-05-2009
Girls and Math: Blame the Culture, Not Ability 06-04-2009
Special Ed Services Lacking for Kids Who Repeat a Grade 06-04-2009
When Parents Fight, Children Often End Up With Scars 06-04-2009
Many Overweight Kids Not Getting a Good Night's Sleep 06-03-2009
Too Many Bouncers Make Trampolines More Dangerous 06-03-2009
Health Issues in Childhood Often Show Up in Adulthood 06-02-2009
New Program May Help Teens at High Risk for Depression 06-02-2009
Too Much Media May Be Tough on Kids' Health 06-02-2009
TV Interferes With Infants' Language Development 06-02-2009
Celexa May Not Help Kids With Autism 06-01-2009
Depression Treatment Wanes Following FDA Warnings 06-01-2009
Health Tip: Stay Safe at the Amusement Park 06-01-2009
Many Childhood Cancer Survivors Not Checking for Second Malignancies 06-01-2009
Families Urged to Have Wells Tested Yearly 05-29-2009
Health Tip: Eating Out With a Diabetic Child 05-29-2009
Safety Gear Helping to Strike Out Baseball Injuries 05-29-2009
Teens Likely to Trade Team Sports for Individual Exercise 05-29-2009
Health Tip: Farm Safety for Children 05-28-2009
Stimulant Chewing Gum Can Be Dangerous for Kids 05-28-2009
Health Tip: Be an Involved Grandparent 05-27-2009
Stigma Keeps Teens From Depression Treatment 05-27-2009
Type 1 Diabetes Rates Rising Among European Children 05-27-2009
Attention Problems in Kindergarten Could Spell Long-Term Academic Trouble 05-26-2009
Health Tip: Avoid Germs From a Petting Zoo 05-26-2009
Parents Often Puzzled by Medicine Labels 05-26-2009
Refusing Shots Puts Kids at Higher Risk for Whooping Cough 05-26-2009
Risks Remain for Childhood Cancer Survivors 05-26-2009
Sensitivity to Alcohol May Predict Alcoholism 05-26-2009
Things to Know If You're Contemplating a Pet 05-24-2009
For Young Ballplayers, Support and Caution Are Key 05-23-2009
Youth and Driving Don't Always Mix Safely 05-23-2009
Binge-Drinking Collegians at High Risk for Injuries 05-22-2009
Health Tip: Thwarting Head Lice 05-22-2009
Pediatric Ear Infection Vaccine Shows Promise 05-21-2009
Teen Stress May Have Roots in First Three Years of Life 05-21-2009
After Concussion, Follow-Up Visit a Must 05-20-2009
Health Tip: Help Protect Young Athletes 05-19-2009
Hospitalization Rates Higher in Kids Who Get Flu Shots 05-19-2009
Kids More Apt to Smoke If Mom Did While Pregnant 05-19-2009
Molecule in Skin May Link Eczema and Asthma 05-19-2009
Overweight Moms More Likely to Have Asthmatic Kids 05-19-2009
Parents Influence Sex Decisions, Hispanic Teens Say 05-19-2009
Health Tip: Choosing Baby's Playpen 05-18-2009
New Spray Could Benefit Cystic Fibrosis Patients 05-18-2009
Worries About Weight Are Tied to Teen Suicide Tries 05-18-2009
Beware of Dog Bites 05-17-2009
Health Tip: Reasons for Adenoid Removal 05-15-2009
Sharing Cancer Info May Be Empowering 05-15-2009
Daily Exercise at School Yields Rewards 05-14-2009
Immune Therapy May Aid Kids With Neuroblastoma 05-14-2009
Scorpion Anti-Venom Speeds Children's Recovery 05-13-2009
Frequent Feedings May Be Making Babies Fat 05-12-2009
Organ Donation Policies Vary Among Children's Hospitals 05-12-2009
Health Tip: Keep Medications Away From Children 05-11-2009
Ladders, Swings and More Can Cause Peril 05-10-2009
Bullying Seems to Affect Kids Years Later 05-08-2009
Health Tip: When Children Stutter 05-07-2009
Pooches Sometimes Miss the Point 05-07-2009
Health Tip: Help Your Child Cope With Diabetes 05-06-2009
Maternal Depression Has Negative Effect on Infants' Sleep 05-06-2009
Health Tip: Common Food Allergies in Children 05-05-2009
Keeping Appointments Key to Keeping Vaccines on Track 05-05-2009
Writing Disorder May Be Common Among Kids 05-05-2009
More Kids Being Hurt by Falling Furniture 05-04-2009
Viewing Adult-Themed TV Tied to Earlier Sex for Teens 05-04-2009
Obese Children More Likely to Suffer Lower Body Injuries 05-02-2009
Hearing Loss Tops Parents' Concern for Kids 05-01-2009
Millions of Kids Live With Substance-Abusing Parents 04-30-2009
Diluted Bleach Baths Ease Kids' Eczema 04-27-2009
Kids Given Photos of Sunburn Damage Covered Up Better 04-23-2009
What May Be Causing Your Child's Headaches 04-23-2009
Tough Laws, Higher Prices Mean Fewer Kids Smoke 04-17-2009
Deployment Takes Toll on Military Moms and Teens 04-15-2009
How Much Fish to Eat While Pregnant? 04-11-2009
Cleaning Concoctions Best Left to Experts 04-10-2009
Air Pollution Exposure May Slow Fetal Growth 04-08-2009
Health Tip: Selecting a Baby Stroller 04-07-2009
Heart Transplant Failures More Likely in Poor, Minority Kids 04-07-2009
Parents Worry That 'Alcopops' Encourage Teen Drinking 04-07-2009
Tough Legislation on Underage Drinking Seems to Save Lives 04-07-2009
Early Psychiatric Issues May Predict Suicide in Boys 04-06-2009
Kids Who Lack Self-Control May Be Prone to Weight Gain 04-06-2009
More U.S. Kids Taking Diabetes, Blood Pressure Drugs 04-06-2009
Breathe Easier Knowing Spring's Pollen Triggers 04-05-2009
Hispanic Children More Likely to Have Hearing Loss 04-03-2009
Poor Kids Exposed to More Secondhand Smoke 04-03-2009
TV Time May Not Be Benign 04-03-2009
Health Tip: Calming Chickenpox 04-01-2009
Mom's Smoking May Lead to SIDS 04-01-2009
The Dark Side of Vegetarianism 04-01-2009
Labels on OTC Painkillers Need Improvement 03-30-2009
Most Teens Aren't Getting Preventive Health Care 03-30-2009
Families That Eat Together Serve Up Good Dietary Habits 03-27-2009
Most Fatalities in Teen Crashes Are Not the Drivers 03-27-2009
AIDS Drug Slows Spread of Deadly Childhood Brain Cancer 03-26-2009
Working Memory Fluctuates in Kids With ADHD 03-26-2009
A Child's Sweet Tooth May Be All in the Bones 03-25-2009
U.S. Asked to Do More for Kids' Mental Health 03-25-2009
Anesthesia in Youngest Kids May be Linked to Learning Disabilities 03-24-2009
Danon Disease Can Be Quickly Fatal, Study Finds 03-24-2009
Soy May Help Shield Asian-American Girls From Breast Cancer 03-24-2009
Health Tip: Check Your Baby's Feet 03-23-2009