Smartphones, tablets and laptops are everywhere, and young children are fascinated by them. Now, new research suggests that parents might be able to harness that…
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It’s hard not to worry when your child suffers from the flu, but pediatricians say too many parents are taking their sick kids to the…
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Flying with a small child can be dangerous without the proper equipment, especially if the ride gets bumpy. Holding your little one in your arms…
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Rising obesity rates worldwide may be contributing to the climate crisis, researchers report. “Our analysis suggests that, in addition to beneficial effects on morbidity, mortality…
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Before you accept the challenge of running a marathon, it’s important to make sure you and your body are prepared, says Rush University Medical Center.…
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Treating hearing loss early can ward off problems with a child’s speech and language development, says the University of Rochester Medical Center. A health care…
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Male researchers are far more likely than female colleagues to claim that their findings are especially important, a new study says. The language used to…
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Losing weight might be a powerful weapon against breast cancer, a new study suggests. “Our results suggest that even a modest amount of sustained weight…
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Figuring out whether your child is well enough to go to school can be difficult, says KidsHealth. It mentions these signs your child is too…
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Many U.S. women with breast cancer ultimately die of other causes, a new study finds, highlighting the need for survivors and their doctors to pay…
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With the arrival of winter, it’s time for skiing, sledding and ice skating, but it’s also when snow blindness can strike. Snow blindness is like…
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Keep the holidays happy, healthy and safe by following a few guidelines, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) says. “With a thoughtful approach, families can…
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