Health News Archives
Safety: Child
Behavioral Management Plans Help Kids Lose Weight
Most effective programs include techniques to improve diet, exercise habits, study says
Vision Test for Young Children Called Unreliable
Researchers found standard way of measuring acuity in preschoolers missed problems
Kids Who Wheeze With Rhinovirus at Higher Asthma Risk
But study can't say whether germs cause condition or just identify those who may get it
Drinking Before 15 Boosts Risk of Later Alcohol Abuse
Study suggests delaying imbibing as late as possible, until 18 or older, is best
Link Between Vaccine and MS Unproven
Majority of children vaccinated against hepatitis B not at risk for the condition, study says
Migraines More Frequent, Intense in Overweight Kids
But weight loss can ease the pain, study shows
Nasal Insulin Won’t Shield At-Risk Kids From Diabetes
The treatment had no effect in keeping the disease at bay, researchers say
Sports Eye Injuries Leading Cause of Blindness in Youths
But safety glasses can cut injury risk by 90%, vision expert says
Parental Involvement in School Has Its Limits
Overprotective moms and dads need to learn when to let go, expert says
Mom’s Diet Can Alter Genes to Raise Babies’ Asthma Risk
Supplement use may be behind doubling of respiratory disease in last 25 years, study suggests
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