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National Poll: Two in three parents don't make kids use helmets when sledding

National Poll: Two in three parents don't make kids use helmets when sledding

by University of Michigan2 in 3 parents don't make kids use helmets when sledding, and not all parents say their children consistently wear a helmet when downhill skiing or snowboarding. Cred

National Poll: Two in three parents don't make kids use helmets when sledding

by University of Michigan2 in 3 parents don't make kids use helmets when sledding, and not all parents say their children consistently wear a helmet when downhill skiing or snowboarding. Cred
Asthma is on the rise among teens in states where cannabis is recreationally legal

Asthma is on the rise among teens in states where cannabis is recreationally legal

by Columbia University's Mailman School of Public HealthCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIncreases in asthma prevalence were found among teens in states that have legalized cannabis for recre

Asthma is on the rise among teens in states where cannabis is recreationally legal

by Columbia University's Mailman School of Public HealthCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIncreases in asthma prevalence were found among teens in states that have legalized cannabis for recre
Babies in Tigray dying at 4 times pre-war levels, study says

Babies in Tigray dying at 4 times pre-war levels, study says

by Cara AnnaMedhin Gereziher, 1, is treated for malnutrition at the Ayder Referral Hospital in Mekele, in the Tigray region of northern Ethiopia Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2022. Babies are dying in their first

Babies in Tigray dying at 4 times pre-war levels, study says

by Cara AnnaMedhin Gereziher, 1, is treated for malnutrition at the Ayder Referral Hospital in Mekele, in the Tigray region of northern Ethiopia Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2022. Babies are dying in their first
COVID virus linked with headaches, altered mental status in hospitalized kids

COVID virus linked with headaches, altered mental status in hospitalized kids

by University of PittsburghCreative rendition of SARS-CoV-2 particles (not to scale). Credit: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, NIHOf hospitalized children who tested or were

COVID virus linked with headaches, altered mental status in hospitalized kids

by University of PittsburghCreative rendition of SARS-CoV-2 particles (not to scale). Credit: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, NIHOf hospitalized children who tested or were
Expert warns of hearing-loss diagnosis crisis

Expert warns of hearing-loss diagnosis crisis

by University of EdinburghCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFailures at NHS Lothian's hearing service for children has caused an emergency situation in the area, according to an Edinburgh res

Expert warns of hearing-loss diagnosis crisis

by University of EdinburghCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFailures at NHS Lothian's hearing service for children has caused an emergency situation in the area, according to an Edinburgh res
Hospital consolidation linked to closure of inpatient pediatric services

Hospital consolidation linked to closure of inpatient pediatric services

by Elana GotkineHospital consolidation is associated with closure of inpatient pediatric services within five years, according to a research letter published online June 20 inJAMA Pediatrics.All

Hospital consolidation linked to closure of inpatient pediatric services

by Elana GotkineHospital consolidation is associated with closure of inpatient pediatric services within five years, according to a research letter published online June 20 inJAMA Pediatrics.All
Sports help kids develop important trait linked to adult success

Sports help kids develop important trait linked to adult success

by Jeff Grabmeier,The Ohio State UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHere's another good reason for kids to participate in organized sports: They can develop the "grit" that

Sports help kids develop important trait linked to adult success

by Jeff Grabmeier,The Ohio State UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHere's another good reason for kids to participate in organized sports: They can develop the "grit" that
Delays for autism diagnosis and treatment grew even longer during the pandemic

Delays for autism diagnosis and treatment grew even longer during the pandemic

by Andy Miller and Jenny GoldCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWylie James Prescott, 3, had to wait more than a year after his autism diagnosis to begin behavioral therapy, even though research shows

Delays for autism diagnosis and treatment grew even longer during the pandemic

by Andy Miller and Jenny GoldCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWylie James Prescott, 3, had to wait more than a year after his autism diagnosis to begin behavioral therapy, even though research shows
Why it's essential to plan ahead for snack time

Why it's essential to plan ahead for snack time

by Alex Osiadacz, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhether in the classroom or on the playground, children need enough energy—and proper nutrition—to get them through the day.

Why it's essential to plan ahead for snack time

by Alex Osiadacz, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhether in the classroom or on the playground, children need enough energy—and proper nutrition—to get them through the day.
Obesity may be affecting heart health in kids as young as 6

Obesity may be affecting heart health in kids as young as 6

by Amy Norton Healthday ReporterAs early as age 6, children who carry extra weight could be headed down a path toward future diabetes or heart disease, a new study suggests.Thestudyof near

Obesity may be affecting heart health in kids as young as 6

by Amy Norton Healthday ReporterAs early as age 6, children who carry extra weight could be headed down a path toward future diabetes or heart disease, a new study suggests.Thestudyof near
Children's well-being worsened over past six years during and after the pandemic, study finds

Children's well-being worsened over past six years during and after the pandemic, study finds

by University of South AustraliaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhile COVID-19 lockdowns are no longer mandated, the stress and anxiety of the pandemic still lingers, especially among young Sou

Children's well-being worsened over past six years during and after the pandemic, study finds

by University of South AustraliaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhile COVID-19 lockdowns are no longer mandated, the stress and anxiety of the pandemic still lingers, especially among young Sou
When COVID-19 disrupts multi-child families, one sibling is affected more

When COVID-19 disrupts multi-child families, one sibling is affected more

by University of WaterlooCredit: CC0 Public DomainCOVID-19 disruptions in homes with two or more children affect one sibling more than the other, according to a new study.When caregivers are expe

When COVID-19 disrupts multi-child families, one sibling is affected more

by University of WaterlooCredit: CC0 Public DomainCOVID-19 disruptions in homes with two or more children affect one sibling more than the other, according to a new study.When caregivers are expe