Archive for the 'childrens health' Category

Exposure to Phthalates Most Likely Dangerous

Although extensive studies haven’t been conducted, new research is indicating that exposure to Phthalates, chemicals used to lengthen the life of fragrances and soften plastic in toys and medical tubes, can be detrimental to a baby boy’s reproductive system and cause fertility issues.
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Television Bad For Overweight Children

Here’s a double wammy, not only can television help make children obese, but then watching it also increases their blood pressure according to recent research. Looks like turning off the tv and getting outside is a healthy alternative.

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Staph Infections Spreading Throughout US

An antibiotic resistant staph infection is getting attention after the death of a high school student in Virginia and has been reported in many areas, particularly in high schools. The infection is easily spread when sharing towels, razors and other personal items and is particularly common in schools.

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Thousands of U.S. Teens Do Drugs Daily

A day in the life of U.S. teens shows that thousands do drugs, drink alcohol and smoke cigarettes on a daily basis. Parents, here is an opportunity to make a difference in the health and welfare of your children.

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Children’s Cold Medicines Pulled, FDA Hearings

On the heels of pulling certain children’s cold medications off the shelves, pediatricians testify about the efficacy of children’s cold medicines and why they shouldn’t be given to children even as old a 5 years also. As the pediatricians note, the common cold gets better on its own and the less you do the faster [...]

England Takes Action in Obesity Crisis

A step in the right direction is what I would call the new program unveiled by Prime Minister Gordon Brown in England Monday when he announced schools would increase physical education from 2 to 5 hours a week. The action is taken on the heals of a report that announced a full 50% of Britons [...]

Former Conjoined Twins Beating The Odds

6 year old twins from Egypt, formerly conjoined at the head, have made great progress over the last 4 years since their successful separation surgery. They are thriving with therapy and are continuing to catch up to children their own age. What an inspirational story!

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Lack of Insurance Kills 12 Year Old Boy

A young boy in Maryland died because his family could not afford health insurance. This is a tragic example of how the rising costs of insurance are making it out of reach for many families, but it shouldn’t. Recent studies show approximately 47 million people in the US are uninsured, an increase of about 3 [...]

Suffocation Hazard From Baby Crib Bumper Pads

A new study has revealed that all baby crib bumper pads reviewed pose risk of suffocation and were not recommended for use at all.

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Test Children For High Cholesterol At 15 Months?

A new study recommends testing children as early as 15 months old for high cholesterol, primarily due to a genetic flaw.

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