Best Ways For Avoiding Flu In Children
Flu is a highly contagious viral disease that makes its victims miserable up to two weeks. It usually goes away on its own with home treatment without causing any lasting consequences. In rare cases,...
View ArticleSafe To Receive Flu Vaccine During Pregnancy
The 2013 flu epidemic in the United States is widespread and the number of infected people still continues to grow. Health officials therefore called everyone who have not received annual flu shot yet...
View ArticlePain Relievers Damaging Kidneys In Children
A study that was conducted by the researchers from the Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis found that the most commonly used pain relievers – nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs...
View ArticleType 1 Diabetes In Young Children Is Rising
According to a new research that was published in Diabetes Care journal, the incidence of type 1 diabetes among Philadelphia’s kids is on the rise in the last couple of decades. Similar findings are...
View ArticlePregnant Moms Should Receive DTaP Vaccine
According to the updated immunization schedules by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), all expecting moms should receive a DTaP vaccine....
View ArticleChanging TV Channels Improves Children’s Behavior
Television is known to have a major influence on children’s behavior. Children, especially the younger ones tend to imitate what they see on TV which can lead to undesirable behavior and even...
View ArticleNew AAP Guidelines for Middle Ear Infection
About 50 percent of all children will have middle ear infection (otitis media) at least once by the age of 1 year and about 70 percent by the age of 3 years. It causes a [...]
View ArticleReduced Number of Capillaries Indicates Risk of Preeclampsia
A recent study that was presented at the 62nd Annual Scientific Session of the American College of Cardiology suggests that expectant moms who have a reduced number of capillaries may be at increased...
View ArticleEarly Dialogue Makes Children Less Likely to Smoke and Drink Alcohol
Results of a study by Dr. Zhiyong Yang from the University of Texas Arlington College of Business reveal that early dialogue between parents and their school-grade children makes children less likely...
View ArticleA Study Questions Bed Rest During Pregnancy
A new study by American researchers questions the benefits of bed rest during pregnancy and even expresses concern that it may actually increase the risk of premature birth rather than reducing it....
View ArticleJohnson & Johnson Admits to Cancer Chemicals in Their Baby Products
Johnson & Johnson, one of the world’s leading personal care brands admitted the presence of cancer-causing chemicals in their baby products. The brand pledged to remove formaldehyde and other...
View ArticleKids Should Eat Same Foods as Parents
A recent study by the Edinburgh University claims that kids should eat the same foods as their parents. According to the Scottish researchers, children who eat the same meals as their parents are more...
View ArticleFriends and Family Influence Vaccine Decisions
According to a new study by the US researchers, parents are influenced greatly by their friends and family members when deciding whether to vaccinate their children or not. The results of the study...
View ArticleFlaxseed Not Working for Kids with High Cholesterol
Since several studies suggest that flaxseed may lower cholesterol, many parents consider giving it to their kids as a natural and safe alternative to medications for lowering high cholesterol. A recent...
View ArticleKids with History of Concussions Recover Longer
Kids who suffered a concussion need considerably more time to recover if they have a history of this type of head injury, a new study reports. The study that appeared in the journal Pediatrics found [...]
View ArticleLink Between School Meals and Children’s Weight
A recent research that was published in JAMA Pediatrics claims that there is a link between school meals and children’s weight. Researchers from the University of Illinois at Chicago who conducted the...
View ArticleSleep Apnea Kids at Risk of Behavioral Problems
A new study which appeared in the April edition of the SLEEP journal concludes that children who have obstructive sleep apnea are at increased risk of behavioral and learning as well as adaptive...
View ArticleToddler Obesity Not Prevented by Low Fat Milk
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American Heart Association (AHA) recommend parents to start giving their children low-fat milk after 2 years of age in order to reduce the intake of...
View ArticleMany British Children Undergo Squint Surgery
A study that was conducted by researchers from the Oxford University and published in the British Journal of Opthalmology found that the number of squint surgeries in Britain varies greatly from one...
View ArticleBabies Benefit from Delayed Cord Clamping
Besides deciding whether the umbilical cord will be cut by the birthing partner or a member of the medical team, experts say that expecting parents should also decide when to clamp the cord. According...
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