Subscribe to this tag Curbing Mom's Smoking, Childhood Lead Exposure May Be Key to Preventing ADHD
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - November 23, 2009
Learn how to reduce the risk for your own children.
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Day Care Boosts Kids' TV Time
Health - November 23, 2009
But children in home-based settings get far more screen time than those in center-based care, study finds
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One in Four Teen Girls Have STDs
Health - November 23, 2009
Almost 20 percent get infected within one year of starting to have sex, CDC report says
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Health Tip: Bonding With Your New Baby
Health - November 23, 2009
Suggestions to connect with your newborn
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Stunts Raise Injury Risks for Cheerleaders
Health - November 21, 2009
Type of flooring, greater heights increase potential for trauma, study finds
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Need Help with H1N1 Vaccine Fear? Sid the Science Kid Explains How Flu Vaccines Work
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - November 20, 2009
There's also an iPhone app that helps kids cope with fear of getting a shot.
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Swine Flu May Hit Kids With Asthma Harder
Health - November 20, 2009
Canadian study finds more severe cases than with seasonal flu
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Swine Flu Declining in Some Parts of U.S.
Health - November 20, 2009
But, flu activity remains high and is expected to continue, CDC says
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Discovery Boosts Boys' Prospects for Post-Cancer Fertility
Health - November 20, 2009
Testicular cells could be preserved for later use, study suggests
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Health Tip: Determining Migraines in Children
Health - November 20, 2009
Is it a migraine, or another type of headache?
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Our Readers' Smart Tips to Stop Teens From Texting While Driving
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Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - November 19, 2009
One quarter of teens say they’ve texted while driving, despite the well-known safety risks.
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Health Buzz: Panel Doc Says Mammogram Verdict Not About Cost and Other Health News
By
Megan Johnson
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Health - November 19, 2009
Meditation to lower blood pressure and protect the heart; picking a kids' fitness program
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Health Tip: When Infants Get Diarrhea
Health - November 19, 2009
Here's what parents should know
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Parental Monitoring Can Curb Teen Marijuana Use
Health - November 19, 2009
Those who keep an eye on their kids help stave off unwanted behavior, study says
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Toddlers, Obese Kids Suffer Most From Smoke
Health - November 18, 2009
Secondhand exposure damages cardiovascular systems of children, study finds
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MS Need Not Preclude Pregnancy
Health - November 18, 2009
Study finds complications no greater overall than for other women
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Kids’ Fitness Training Programs: 6 Tips for Picking a Good One
By
Katherine Hobson
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On Fitness - November 18, 2009
Many kids are out of shape; here’s what to look for in the programs that aim to change that.
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Late Preterm Births Increasing in U.S.
Health - November 18, 2009
Reasons for early birth vary, but all premature babies face higher risks, experts warn
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Viagra Helpful for Children With Heart Defect
Health - November 17, 2009
Pumping ability improved with sildenafil in study group
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Could Plastics Chemicals 'Feminize' Boys' Play?
Health - November 17, 2009
Small study suggests a link, but others question a connection
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'Fearless' 3-Year-Olds Might Be Tomorrow's Criminals
Health - November 17, 2009
20-year study finds adults with records were more likely as tots to not be afraid
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Teen Girls at Higher Risk for STDs: Report
Health - November 16, 2009
Improved access to treatment for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis is 'imperative,' expert says
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Experts Urge School Screening of Athletes' Hearts
Health - November 15, 2009
Inexpensive EKGs would reduce risk of sudden death, study finds
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Safety of Caffeinated Alcohol Drinks Is Under Federal Spotlight
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Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - November 13, 2009
FDA investigates brands like Joose, Four Loko, and Liquid Charge that are popular with teen drinkers.
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