Skip artificial sweeteners if you’re trying to lose weight, warns the World Health Organization (WHO), noting the sugar substitutes aren’t effective for shedding pounds and…
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When parents talk to their toddlers, they are not only teaching them words, but may be shaping their developing brains, too, a new study suggests.…
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(HealthDay News) – Baby equipment is costly, so many parents buy it used, but they’re not always sure whether it’s still safe, a nationwide poll…
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There’s a glimmer of good news when it comes to the mental health of America’s adolescents: Visits to U.S. emergency departments for psychiatric troubles declined…
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A “peanut patch” worn on the skin may help protect toddlers who have potentially life-threatening peanut allergies, a new clinical trial shows. The patch is…
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If you or someone you know experiences allergies, you’ve probably heard of the life-threatening reaction called anaphylactic shock. To help you better understand exactly what…
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It’s easy for kids to get drawn into Instagram, Snapchat or TikTok, and a leading U.S. psychologists’ group warns they need some training in social…
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What puts kids at risk for pediatric inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and what could help prevent it? A review of 36 observational studies that included…
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The synthetic opioid fentanyl is killing increasing numbers of U.S. kids, emulating the chilling trends seen among adults, a new study finds. Pediatric deaths from…
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The key to a happier and longer marriage may be pooling your money. Researchers found that couples with joint bank accounts had better relationships, fought…
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About a third of children with autism aren’t able to speak — but that doesn’t mean they’re unable to listen and comprehend, a new study…
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In the spring and summer, everyone races outside with their dogs to enjoy the warmer weather, but a new study suggests there is a downside…
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