Childhood Obesity Quadruples Chances of Adult Hypertension: Study
2013-09-12
Even being overweight when young was found to double high blood pressure risk in long-term studyContinue Reading
Vaccine Coverage High in U.S., but Measles Outbreaks a Concern: CDC
2013-09-12
159 cases reported so far this year in unvaccinated peopleContinue Reading
Report: Child Neglect a Continuing Problem in U.S.
2013-09-12
More research called for to prevent and treat occurrences
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Young People May Respond Better to Upbeat Health Messages
2013-09-11
Campaigns focusing on dangers, risks might not work when you feel invincible, study suggestsContinue Reading
Boosting Teens’ Mental Well-Being Is Goal of New Skills Program
2013-09-10
Students learn to watch for emotional triggers, shed negative beliefsContinue Reading
Changes in Household Routines Help Reduce Kids’ Obesity: Study
2013-09-10
Parents who limited kids’ TV time, increased sleep time saw less excess weight gain in children
Commercial Baby Foods Fall Short for Nutrition: Study
2013-09-09
Most are too sweet and are advertised for infants who’d be better off with breast milk, experts sayContinue Reading
5 Percent of U.S. Kids ‘Severely Obese,’ Experts Warn
2013-09-09
New and better treatments needed for this newly defined disease, researchers say
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5 Percent of U.S. Kids ‘Severely Obese,’ Experts Warn
2013-09-09
New and better treatments needed for this newly defined disease, researchers say
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For Obese Kids, Weight Loss Can Sometimes Lead to Eating Disorders
2013-09-09
Problems like anorexia may go undiagnosed or be disregarded, case studies showContinue Reading