Pediatrics
NC Teen Left Struggling to Walk Due to COVID-linked Condition MIS-C
"We were really worried—like scared to death—because we didn't know what it was," the teen's mother said.
U.S. Child COVID Cases Sees 'Highest Weekly Increase Since Pandemic Began'
More than 1.8 million children in the country have tested positive for the virus since the outbreak began.
Anti-Vax Survey Shows Quarter of Parents in U.S Are Unsure About Flu Shot
The study involved over 2,000 parents in the U.S..
Teens Who Use Flavored E-cigarettes More Likely to Keep Vaping
Researchers followed the vaping habits of hundreds of teenagers in California.
Test for Autism Fails Major Hurdle
People of color and children from low-income backgrounds were more likely to miss screenings, the authors found.
Child Endure More Homophobic Bullying When LGBT Rights Publicly Debated
"The public health consequences of these very contentious and media-driven discussions are more important than we knew," according to t recent study.
Spike in Children Swallowing Toys, Magnets
"The dramatic increase in foreign body injuries over the 21-year study period, coupled with the sheer number and profundity of injuries, is cause for concern," the author of the study said.
Parents and Kids Interact More When Reading Paper Books
Scientists arrived at their conclusion after watching parents read with their children in a laboratory.
Kids of Anti-vaxxers Secretly Seeking Vaccines?
Children online are asking how to get vaccinated after dozens of youngsters became sick with measles this year.
Babies Weaned Sooner Sleep Longer: Study
Scientists investigated how a baby's diet could affect their sleep.
Secondhand Smoke Associated With Hearing Loss In Kids
The study studied data on 50,734 children who were born between 2004 and 2010.
Children's Muscles 'Recover Faster that Athletes'
Scientists hope that their research will shed new light on how our bodies develop diseases like diabetes.
Vaping Teens Have High Levels of Cancer Chemicals
Teens smoking e-cigarettes, or vaping, were found to have ingested far more cancer-causing chemicals than people who reported smoking traditional tobacco cigarettes.
The Flu Has Killed 84 Children This Season
Though it's late in the flu season, the acting CDC director recommended that parents get the flu shot for their children.
'Blister' Turns Out to Be Snail Under Boy's Skin
"I think everyone was surprised, but myself and my young patient were simply excited."
Can Itchy, Red Hives Be an Early Sign of Serious Flu?
People with the flu can have a rash, though more common symptoms include a cough, a sore throat, body aches and fatigue.
Induced Labor Doesn't Increase Autism Odds
A new study refutes the claim that this delivery method may trigger the developmental disorder in early childhood.
A Strong Argument to Feed Babies Allergenic Foods Early
Study shows feeding children peanuts, eggs and milk early on protects them from food sensitization
Pediatric Officials Call for Strict Tobacco Regulations
The American Academy of Pediatrics is calling on the government to raise the minimum age for buying tobacco to 21.
Most Kindergartners Are Vaccinated in U.S., but Not Enough, Says CDC
"Herd immunity" still isn't statistically achievable in small pockets of the country, according to a new report from the CDC.
Lice Are Becoming Resistant to Treatment
Nitpicking parents may face some challenges this school year.
Don't Screen All Kids for Autism, Says Health Panel
A panel of physicians of preventive medicine say there is not enough evidence to support universal testing.
Children's Cancer Is Unprofitable and Ignored
Every year, the number of kids dying of cancer grows, yet new medications to treat them are achingly scarce.
That's Not My Baby
Neonatal intensive care unit naming conventions often cause infant mix-ups.
Cute, But Potentially Lethal: The Risks of Baby Bedding
Researchers found baby blankets and other soft bedding are still commonly used, despite a suffocation risk.