Graduated Driver's Licensing Saves Lives: Study
Health - November 26, 2009
Three-step process 'keeping teenagers alive and families intact'
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Health Tip: Caring for Baby's Umbilical Cord
Health - November 26, 2009
Recommendations may vary by doctor
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Mom's Depression May Worsen Child's Asthma
Health - November 25, 2009
Fatigue, forgetfulness could lead mothers to overlook needed care, study finds
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Dangerous Toys Still on Store Shelves, Report Finds
Health - November 24, 2009
Focus on toys that pose choking hazard, are too loud, or contain dangerous chemicals
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Arsenic in Playgrounds Remains a Children’s Health Threat
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - November 24, 2009
Arsenic in wood chips, not just play equipment, poses a health risk.
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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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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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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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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 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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'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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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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Your Kids Can’t Say No to Candy? Blame It on Their Brains
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - November 11, 2009
And skip the formal lessons if you want your child to be a great soccer player
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Health Tip: Sources of Childhood Stress
Health - November 10, 2009
Parents can help limit exposure
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Health Tip: Symptoms of Postpartum Depression
Health - November 10, 2009
Signs that you should seek help
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Women Don't Have More Family-Work Conflicts Than Men Do
By
Bonnie Erbe
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Bonnie Erbe - November 9, 2009
Assuming this will give women a fairer shot in the workplace.
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Health Tip: Recording Your Child's Medical History
Health - November 9, 2009
Suggestions for what to track
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Bad-Behaving Teens May Be Living Up to Expectations
Health - November 7, 2009
Parents should not assume that all youth will rebel, expert says
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No Luck Finding an H1N1 Flu Shot? You’re Not Alone
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - November 6, 2009
Only 34 percent of parents seeking vaccine for kids found it.
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Breast-Feeding Benefits Moms and Babies: Report
Health - November 6, 2009
Nursing exclusively for six months, then with foods until at least 12 months is ideal, dietitians say
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Health Buzz: Bypass With Pump May Be Better for Patients and Other Health News
By
Megan Johnson
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Health - November 5, 2009
4 ways to stop stressing out your kids; experimental new HPV vaccine may halt vulvar cancer.
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