5 moms sue NYC over mandatory flu vaccine for pre-K, daycare children
Five mothers are suing New York City over its mandate requiring students younger than 5 to receive the flu vaccine,…
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Confusion about introducing solid foods to babies, survey finds
A recent survey found many parents are unsure about when and how to best introduce solid foods to babies. According…
Read MoreBreast-fed infants may get enough vitamin D in mothers’ milk
Infants may get enough vitamin D from breast milk if their mothers take high-dose vitamin D supplements, a U.S. study…
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Doctors diagnosing ADHD younger, CDC says
Early diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) has increased, a new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study…
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CDC report shows nearly 1 in 5 children and teens are obese
More than one-third of American adults are obese, and now, a new report shows that children and teens aren’t far…
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Quadruplets born to 65-year-old German woman leave hospital
Doctors in Germany say the quadruplets born prematurely to a 65-year-old woman three months ago have been allowed to leave…
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Teen stress: What’s normal and when to get help
If you have a teenager in your house, you likely know that youth isn’t always carefree and positive. Learning to…
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Sexting, Internet safety loom large as childhood health concerns
As more kids use mobile phones and surf the web at increasingly younger ages, sexting and Internet safety are becoming…
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Care for depression, anxiety helps war-exposed children long-term
Treating depression and anxiety in youngsters affected by war may have lasting benefits for their mental health and ability to…
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