Gardening May Give Kids’ Diets a Boost
Those who gardened ate more fruits, veggies by the time they were in college, study showsContinue Reading
Tips for Avoiding Back-to-School Germs, Illnesses
If kids do get sick, make sure they’re fever-free for 24 hours before returning to classContinue Reading
Smoking Losing Its Cool With Kids, CDC Says
Fewer teens are smoking or showing interest in cigarettes and cigars, but e-cigs a concernContinue Reading
Health Tip: Kids Should Learn Microwave Safety
Here’s what they need to know
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Cat Scratch Can Sometimes Lead to Serious Illness: CDC
But there’s no need to banish your feline friend — just send fleas packing insteadContinue Reading
Why the Teen Years May Not Be Lean Years
Adolescents burn about 450 fewer calories daily than 10-year-olds, study findsContinue Reading
Obese Kids Have Different Germs in Their Gut
Targeting specific types of bacteria might one day help treat childhood obesity, research suggestsContinue Reading
Close Bond Between Kids, Parents Has Long-Term Health Benefits
Childhood mistreatment offsets the advantages of growing up in a well-off home, research showsContinue Reading