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Best, Worst Snacks For Kids Listed

While children need to exercise to keep their waistlines trim, schools could do their part by offering healthier snacks in school in place of junk food and sodas, activists say.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/28918/369298.html?d=dmtICNNews

Does Your Child's Bike Helmet Pass the Fit Test?

Even if your child always wears a helmet while biking, skating, or skateboarding, he or she might still be at risk for head injuries because of poor helmet fit. Researchers from Falmouth, Massachusetts, examined the condition and fit of children's bicycle helmets during well-child visits.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/research/hemet_fit.html

Your Child's Immunization

This article for parents includes a description of each of the vaccines recommended for children, plus a handy immunization schedule that you can use to make sure your children have all of their vaccinations on time.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/parent/general/body/vaccine.html

The Truth About Temper Tantrums

Temper tantrums range from whining and crying to screaming, kicking, hitting, and breath holding. They are equally common in boys and girls and usually occur from age 1 to 3. Get the facts on temper tantrums in this article for parents.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/parent/emotions/behavior/tantrums.html

Monkeypox, Pet Infections, and Your Family

It's likely you've heard of monkeypox - the strangely named disease that recently arrived in the United States. But, despite recent news, the disease is extremely rare. From rabies to ringworm, all sorts of infections can be spread from all kinds of pets - and you can help prevent them.
Source: /www.kidshealth.org/breaking_news/monkeypox.html

Child Leukemia Study Focuses On Long Term

Survivors of the most common form of childhood leukemia should be considered cured if they live for 10 years without a relapse, new research concludes.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/8895/368073.html?d=dmtICNNews

Study Links Preschool Snoring, Asthma, And Nighttime Cough

Preschool-age children who regularly snore have a higher prevalence of asthma and nighttime cough than children who do not snore, says a study published in the August issue of CHEST, the peer-reviewed journal of the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP). The study found that preschool children who snored were twice as likely as nonsnorers to have either asthma or nighttime cough, and that children who snored were more likely than nonsnorers to have coexisting asthma and nighttime cough.
Source: http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/29785/32212/367986.html?d=dmtICNNews

Play The Fat Away: Running, Jumping -- Just About Anything That Isn't Sitting -- Helps Keep Children Healthy


Lisa Lavine makes a concerted effort to keep her 17-month-old son active. The Sherman Oaks resident limits the amount of TV that Owen watches. She also takes him to Gymboree, where he climbs on slides and moves to music.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/21344/367903.html?d=dmtICNNews

Your Child's Sleep

All about sleep behaviors, problems, cosleeping, and much more.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/parent/general/index.html

Children of Abused Parents Have More Behavior Problems

Children who witness their mothers being abused can experience a variety of behavior problems, including anxiety, withdrawal, depression, and aggression, say researchers from the University of Texas-Houston Medical School.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/research/abused_parents.html

Positional Plagiocephaly (Flattened Head)

Have you noticed that your baby is developing a persistent flat spot on his head? It could be a sign of positional plagiocephaly, a treatable condition that's usually caused when your baby is put to sleep in the same position repeatedly.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/parent/growth/sleep/positional_plagiocephaly.html

 Neonatal Infections

When parents have a new baby, the last thing they want to think about is an illness that delays the infant's discharge from the hospital or requires readmission. Sometimes, however, young infants come down with infections that require additional tests and treatment.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/parent/infections/common/neonatal_infections.html

Drinking Lots of Sugary Beverages Puts Kids at Higher Risk for Dental Decay

Do you insist your child brush with fluoride toothpaste and have regular dental checkups? Even if your child has good oral hygiene, he or she could be doing major dental damage by regularly drinking soda pop, powdered beverages, or 100% juice.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/research/sugary_drinks.html

How Many Kids Walk and Bike to School?

Recently, a panel of health experts recommended that kids get at least 60 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity daily. One way your child can add to his or her daily exercise is by walking or biking to school. But how many kids and teens take to the streets before and after school?
Source: www.kidshealth.org/research/walk_school.html

Taking the Bite Out of Bruxism

Bruxism means to grind your teeth or clench your jaw, and it usually happens without you even knowing you're doing it! Find out more about how bruxism affects kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/teeth/bruxism.html

Retinoblastoma Survivors Face Increased Risk Of A Second Cancer

Children with an inherited risk of developing retinoblastoma, and who have been treated for the disease, are more likely to develop another cancer later in life than retinoblasoma survivors without such a hereditary risk, according to Danish researchers.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/8895/369680.html?d=dmtICNNews

Figuring Out Food Labels

The food label on a food package is a lot like the table of contents in a book - it tells you exactly what the food contains. Read our article for kids for more about food labels.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/stay_healthy/food/labels.html

Playing It Safe With Sports Safety

The biggest reason to be safe when you play is because it helps prevent injuries to you and to other players. Learn all about sports safety in this article for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/watch/out/sport_safety.html

The Story on Stress

Stress happens when you are worried or uncomfortable about something. You may feel angry, frustrated, scared, or afraid. Our article for kids will help you manage stress.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/emotion/stress.html

Bipolar Disorder

Someone who has bipolar disorder goes back and forth between feeling full of energy and ideas to feeling very low. Read more about it in this article for kids.
Source:www.kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/learning_problem/bipolar_disorder.html

Stick Out Your Tongue and Say Aah!

Your tongue: you taste with it, talk with it, and sometimes even stick it out! Now you can read about it in an article for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/body/tongue_noSW.html

Pneumonia

Pneumonia is an infection in the lungs that kids sometimes get. Learn about what causes it, what it's like, and more in this article for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/ill_injure/sick/pneumonia.html

My Body Scavenger Hunt

It's your body, so why not be an expert in it? You'll find the answers to all of these questions in the My Body section. Don't look at the answer sheet until you've found all the answers. Happy hunting!
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/closet/games/scavenger_hunt_questions.html

Cerebral Palsy

Check out this article to learn what cerebral palsy is, what causes it, what life is like for kids with this condition, and more.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/brain/cerebral_palsy.html

Kids Talk About: Halloween Candy

What do kids do with all that Halloween candy? See what they said in this article about the results of our online survey. And try our fun Pumpkin-O-Meter to see how those candy calories add up!
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/talk/kidssay/comments_halloween.html

Why Exercise Is Cool

Exercise is important because it keeps your body and mind healthy. There are so many reasons why exercise is good for you, it's time to see why it's cool to be fit!
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/stay_healthy/fit/work_it_out.html

Why Children Misbehave

Children don't just misbehave for no reason, and when we respond to the misbehavior, it's nice to know what's "underneath" it. This article on why kids misbehave from Kansas State University helps explain the dynamics of misbehavior--see if you can pick out what's underneath your child's misbehavior.
Source: www.k-state.edu/wwparent/courses/rd/rd4.htm

Campaign to Get Kids Moving Makes a Difference

A government campaign designed to increase children's physical activity levels may have helped kids get off the couch and get moving, say researchers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/research/VERB_campaign.html

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis may not be something you think about much now - unless someone you love has this condition. Wondering what it is? How can you prevent osteoporosis now? Read this article to find out!
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/grownup/conditions/osteoporosis.html

How Do Pain Relievers Work?

Most pain relievers that kids take include ibuprofen and acetaminophen. You swallow them, and the pain goes away. Our article for kids will tell you how and why pain relievers take away the pain.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/talk/qa/ibupro.html

Medicating Children At School Needs Attention Of Parents, Teachers And School Administrators

It is increasingly common for children to need to take medication during the school day - whether because they are sick and parents can not tend to them at home, or because they have a condition such as asthma or diabetes that requires daily dosage of a medication. In a revised policy statement, "Guidelines for the Administration of Medication in School," the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) addresses over-the-counter (OTC) products, herbal medications, experimental drugs that are administered as part of a clinical trial, emergency medications, and principles of student safety.
Source: American Academy of Pediatrics, www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/28815/368893.html?d=dmtICNNews

Child's Family Integral In All Aspects Of Health

A new policy statement, "Family-Centered Care and the Pediatrician's Role," defines family-centered care and outlines its core principles.
Source: American Academy of Pediatrics, www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/21344/368892.html?d=dmtICNNews

What's Overweight?

Being overweight has become a serious problem for over 9 milion kids. Find out what it means to be overweight in this article just for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/exercise/weight/overweight.html

A New Culprit in Diaper Rash

A new study shows that some diaper rashes may be caused by the colorful dyes found on the diapers themselves.
Source: my.webmd.com/content/article/111/109937.htm

 

Keeping Kids Safe in Car Wrecks

New research shows that kids' seating arrangements in cars could affect their chances of injury in side-impact car crashes.
Source: my.webmd.com/content/article/111/110136.htm

Dogs and Dog Bites

Are you a little afraid of dogs? Some kids are, so find out how you can make friends with dogs and avoid dog bites.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/watch/out/dogs.html

How the Body Works

How does your blood move around? What happens in your stomach when you eat an apple? Check out these cool movies to see and hear the ins and outs of your insides. www.kidshealth.org/kid/how_the_body_works.html

Weekend TV Fattens Obesity Risk

Kids who park it in front of the TV each weekend may be setting themselves up for obesity later in life.
Source: www.webmd.com/content/Article/114/111086.htm

Being Overweight Hurts Kids' Arteries

Even a little bit of extra fat in the adolescent years weakens the body's ability to fight heart disease in adult life, a British study suggests.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC275/333/20833/432245.html?d=dmtICNNews

Getting Braces?

Braces are a fact of life for many kids. Find out how they work in this article for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/grow/body_stuff/braces.html

Global Action Urged to Cut Child Deaths

A leading medical journal cites simple steps that can save 6 million young lives a year.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=513905

Hurricanes

Big hurricanes have caused serious damage on the Gulf Coast of the United States. It might make some kids worry and wonder: Could that happen to me?
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/thought/hurricane_katrina.html

Four-in-One Vaccine for Kids

A new children's vaccine protects against four diseases in a single shot - measles, mumps, rubella and chicken pox.
Source: my.webmd.com/content/article/111/110019.htm

Wyeth Warns Of Kid Suicide Risk With Drug

Wyeth warned doctors that tests showed its antidepressant Effexor caused an increased risk of suicidal behavior in children.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC269/333/8895/368991.html?d=dmtICNNews

Kids With Special Needs

Special needs can be anything from getting daily shots for children with diabetes to requiring certain bathrooms and classrooms in schools for kids with physical disabilities. Read this article to find out more!
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/friend/special_needs.html

Urinary Tract Infections

Urinating, or peeing, is one of those things you never really think about - unless it starts to sting. Read this article to find out more about urinary tract infections and kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/ill_injure/sick/uti.html

What's Sweat?|

The sweat glands in your skin do their duty by making sweat, also known as perspiration. Find out why your body sweats and what to do if you think you have a sweat problem in this article for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/talk/yucky/sweat.html

Helping Kids Attain a Healthy Weight

Research shows being overweight in childhood leads to numerous health concerns.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=8006381

Antibiotic Use Declining?

Doctors are giving fewer antibiotics to U.S. children than they did in the mid-1990s, a trend that might slow the increase in germs resistant to those drugs, according to an extensive study.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC274/333/33000/368973.html?d=dmtICNNews

U.S. Kids Walk Less, Weigh More

A study indicates American youngsters walk less than those in other countries. Researchers say this helps explain why a greater proportion of American kids are overweight. And other experts say kids would walk more if parents didn't have to shuttle them around so much.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC254/333/20833/368600.html?d=dmtICNNews

Having Your Tonsils Taken Out

When germs cause too much trouble in the tonsils, sometimes the tonsils get taken out! Read this article to learn about what a tonsillectomy is like and what happens afterward.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/feel_better/things/tonsils_out.html

When It's Just You in an Emergency

You may never be part of a dramatic rescue, but don't ever think that just because you're a kid, you can't help. Learn what to do when it's just you in an emergency in this article for kids!
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/watch/house/emergency.html

Stroke 'Belts' Tied to Long-Ago Malnutrition

Effects of deprivation in pregnancy felt to this day, study finds
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=513761

Undiagnosed Celiac Disease Common, Study Finds

Finnish researchers detect it in 1 of 99 children.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=513738

How to Be Safe When You're in the Sun

While you're outside having a great time, you also need to be safe. Luckily, it's easy to learn how to have fun in the sun and be safe at the same time!
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/watch/out/summer_safety.html

Heart Disease

Heart disease, also called cardiovascular disease, mainly affects older people and causes problems with the heart and blood vessels.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/adults/heart_disease.html

Why Do I Shiver?

Did you know that shivering is something your body does automatically? Read this article to find out more about why you shiver.
Source:: www.kidshealth.org/kid/talk/qa/shiver.html

What's West Nile Virus?

What exactly is the West Nile virus? And why is everyone buzzing about mosquitoes? Find out in this article written just for kids!
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/ill_injure/aches/west_nile.html

July - Fireworks Safety Month

What comes to mind when you think of the Fourth of July? Barbecues? The beach? No school? Definitely fireworks! If you are even thinking about lighting a sparkler or a firecracker this Independence Day, be sure to check out our article on fireworks safety.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/misc/fireworks_banner.html

Game: Mission Nutrition

Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is good nutrition. Try this game to see how you do!
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/closet/mission_nutrition.html

Fabulous Food

Everyone likes to eat, but are you eating the right kinds of foods in the right amounts? Get the scoop on diets, caffeine, cooking, and much more in the Fabulous Food section.
Source: kidshealth.org/kid/stay_healthy/index.html

Study Acquits Peanuts in Allergic Reaction

Finds condition stems from abnormal immune response.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=512529

Shyness

Being shy is a normal part of growing up. Do you want to learn how you can be less shy or why being shy is a good thing? Read this article for kids to find out!
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/thought/shy.html

Alternative Treatment for Ear Infection

A middle ear infection is a common problem for children.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=8007005

Grieving Children

Signs your child may need help.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=517382

Emergency Department Use By Children

Having public, private, or no health insurance does not determine whether children use an emergency department for either urgent or non-urgent problems, according to the study, "Children's Health Insurance Status and Emergency Department Utilization in the United States."
Source: American Academy of Pediatrics, www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/8895/367764.html?d=dmtICNNews

Children With Cochlear Implants At Increased Risk For Bacterial Meningitis

Children with a cochlear implant have a greater risk of developing pneumococcal (Streptococcus pneumoniae) meningitis compared to children in the general population, according to a study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and others published in the July 31 issue of The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM). Additionally, children with a specific type of cochlear implant that had an extra piece called a "positioner" had 4.5 times the risk of developing meningitis compared to recipients of other cochlear implant types. The manufacturer voluntarily recalled the device with the positioner last year.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/28043/367547.html?d=dmtICNNews

Study: Parents Want More Time With Kids

Most parents say it's important to spend quality time with their children, but many find themselves coming up short, says a study released Wednesday by youth service organizations.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/8895/367555.html?d=dmtICNNews

Low-Carb Kids

Is the low-carbohydrate bandwagon for adults only? Is a low-carb diet safe for overweight kids? The experts weigh in -- and this is information you won't want to miss.
Source: my.webmd.com/content/article/82/97183.htm

Number Of Uninsured Kids Falls

Government health insurance programs have helped reduce the number of uninsured children, though at least 4 million eligible kids are not covered, a survey finds.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/8895/367558.html?d=dmtICNNews

Law Enforcement Makes Retailers Shape Up, But Kids Still Smoke

Enforcing laws that limit tobacco sales to minors may boost the number of retailers who won't sell to kids, but has minimal effect on youth smoking, a new study suggests.
Source: Center for the Advancement of Health, www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/20789/367515.html?d=dmtICNNews

What Is a Gene?

Why does one kid has green eyes and another kid's eyes are brown? It's all in the genes! This article for kids has all you need to know about how genes work, what happens when there are problems with genes, and more.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/talk/qa/what_is_gene.html

Eating for Sports

Taking care of the inside of your body by eating and drinking the right things can help you become a stronger athlete. Learn how to eat for sports by reading our article for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/stay_healthy/food/sports.htmlre

 

What's That Smell? The Nose Knows

Follow your nose to our article for kids! Learn how the nose brings air into the body, how it lets us smell thousands of smells, and more.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/body/nose_noSW.html

 

When Will My Voice Change?

Learn how the voice works and changes as it matures.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/talk/qa/voice_change.html

All About Menstruation

Menstrual periods are a completely natural part of being a woman. The more a girl understands about her body, the more comfortable she will feel about growing up. Read this article to find out all about menstruation.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/grow/body_stuff/menstruation.html

Take a Look at Cooking

The trick to cooking is knowing the basics of the kitchen, what recipes are best and how to find them, and how to get your creativity going once you're cooking. Get your apron and check out this article to get started!
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/stay_healthy/food/look_at_cooking.html

Low Mercury Levels Found in Most Women and Children

But 8 percent of women have potentially dangerous levels.
Source: http://www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=512526

Learning About Allergies

An allergy is your body's reaction to plants, animals, food, insect venom, and other things that are harmless to most people. Learn more about allergies by reading this article for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/allergy/allergies.html

Child Vaccine Program To Include FluMist

MedImmune Inc.'s FluMist vaccine will be included in the federal Vaccines for Children program, meaning eligible children can get the nasal spray for free.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/29785/48607/403854.html?d=dmtICNNews

Kids Don't Exercise Nearly Enough At Preschool

Children are supposed to play, run, jump and be active for at least two hours a day, but most aren't doing even half that much at preschool, says one of the first large studies to examine physical activity in children ages 3 to 5.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/8895/403911.html?d=dmtICNNews

BB Guns Injure Thousands Each Year

They are often thought of as toys, but BB guns and other nonpowder guns are sometimes lethal and injure as many as 21,000 Americans each year, according to a new report.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/24524/403866.html?d=dmtICNNews

A New Colic Cure?

You might have heard about all kinds of cures for a colicky baby. One remedy you probably haven't heard of is bacteria. Yes, bacteria.
Source: my.webmd.com/content/article/81/97000.htm

Protecting Your Kids From Colds And Flu

Cold and flu season is upon us once again. Over the next few months, we will see lots of sniffles, sneezes, coughs, sore throats and other symptoms, in children and adults alike. It s important to know about these illnesses.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/35320/35325/370209.html?d=dmtHMSContent

Kawasaki Disease Care Guidelines Revised

The American Heart Association has developed new step-by-step procedures to aid doctors and nurses in diagnosing, treating and managing care for children with Kawasaki disease, according to a scientific statement published in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/8895/403720.html?d=dmtICNNews

Schizophrenia Risk Higher In Children Of Older Fathers

Children of older fathers are more likely to develop schizophrenia in later life, concludes new research published on bmj.com today.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC270/333/22002/403500.html?d=dmtICNNews

 

U.S. May Get Pediatrician Surplus

Shifting demographics may produce a glut of pediatric doctors in many areas of the country through the next decade, according to a new study.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/21343/376613.html?d=dmtICNNews

Why Do I Burp?

A burp - sometimes also called a belch - is nothing but gas. Find out more about why burping happens and what to do if it happens to you in this article for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/talk/yucky/burp.html

Thyroid Disorders

Do you know just how important the thyroid is? It helps you grow and affects your energy level. With a little care, the thyroid and the conditions it may cause can be easily managed. Read this article to find out more!
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/gland/thyroid.html

How Stitches Help Kids Heal

Most kids need stitches at one time or another to help a cut heal properly. Read this article to learn all about stitches and what they do.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/ill_injure/aches/stitches.html

Kids Need Body-Mass Checkups

From the seemingly slim to the truly chubby, all children should have their body-mass index measures evaluated yearly as part of efforts to identify and prevent obesity, the American Academy of Pediatrics says.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/29785/32212/367676.html?d=dmtICNNews

Psychologists Urge Ad Limits For Kids

Advertising aimed at young children should be restricted because youngsters cannot evaluate it properly, the American Psychological Association said.
Source: http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC270/333/20833/376364.html?d=dmtICNNews

Not All Child Safety Seats Are Created Equal

There is an increased risk of injury associated with shield booster seats compared to forward-facing child safety seats, according to the study, "Not All Child Safety Seats Are Created Equal: The Potential Dangers of Shield Booster Seats."
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/8895/376598.html?d=dmtICNNews

Do You Know How to Be Street Smart?

Strangers are people you don't know, so you need to be careful. Read this article for kids to learn how to stay safe.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/watch/out/street_smart.html

Celiac Disease

People with celiac disease can't eat gluten, which is found in many everyday foods, such as bread. Find out more by reading this article for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/allergy/celiac.html

Staying Safe in the Car and on the Bus

Riding in cars or on school buses comes with responsibility: You need to be a passenger who rides safely. Read our article for kids and you'll learn the rules of playing it safe.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/watch/out/car_safety.html

Getting Along With Teachers

Kids who get along with their teachers not only learn more, but they're more comfortable asking questions and getting extra help. Read this article to find out how to build good relationships with your teachers.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/school/getting_along_teachers.html

States Take On Fighting Childhood Obesity

The school vending machine -- a source of money for schools and unhealthy calories for kids -- is under heavy attack by state lawmakers across the country.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/20833/376533.html?d=dmtICNNews

Doctors Urge Eye Wear For Kids In Sports

With youth basketball season winding down and baseball looming, two influential physician groups are strongly recommending protective eye gear for young athletes in many organized sports.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/8895/376583.html?d=dmtICNNews

Journal Regrets Vaccine-Autism Link Study

A leading medical journal said it should not have published a controversial 1998 study that claimed a link between childhood vaccinations and autism.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/21343/376298.html?d=dmtICNNews

Why Do I Have Pain?

When your body is injured in some way, your nerves send messages to your brain about what's going on. Your brain then makes you feel pain. Read our pain-free article for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/talk/qa/pain.html

The Meaning of Muscular Dystrophy

Muscular dystrophy is a disease in which muscles of the body get weaker and weaker and may slowly stop working. Learn more about it in this article for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/bone/muscular_dystrophy.html

Kids' Asthma Cases On Rise In Southern California

Asthma among children is rising, affecting an estimated 390,000 youngsters in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside and Orange counties, and exhaust from a growing number of cars and trucks is among the suspected causes.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/20775/376342.html?d=dmtICNNews

Kids Don't Fare Well Eating Out

Food choices for children at table-service restaurant chains aren't necessarily healthier than the food offered at fast-food outlets, according to a survey out recently.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/28918/376432.html?d=dmtICNNews

Psychologists Urge Ad Limits For Kids

Advertising aimed at young children should be restricted because youngsters cannot evaluate it properly, the American Psychological Association said.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/20833/376364.html?d=dmtICNNews

More Kids Are Using Alternative Meds

Trend could lead to dangerous side effects, interactions, researchers say.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=518507

Bully Victims Have Health Problems Similar to Those of Child Abuse Victims

The stress of bullying may place significant strain on a child's health. Researchers from The Netherlands examined the extent that bullying affects a child's risk of health problems and depression.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/research/bully_victims.html

Bad at Math

A recent USA Today Snapshots reported on an online kids survey of 660 children ages 6 to 14 conducted in April, 2004.by Darryl Haralson and Keith Simmons. It showed that only 51% of the boys and 41% of the girls thought they would earn a million dollars. Currently, those in this age group will not be able to collect full retirement, assuming it's still around, until they have passed 66 years and 10 months. The average person who starts work after high school will have to work about 49 years and would only have to earn an average of $20,408 a year. The work week averages 40 hours. Times 50 weeks (assuming two weeks vacation, which for many, especially college graduates, is a paid vacation) that's 2,000 hours a year. The hourly rate over their life-time would only need to be $10.20. That's not much higher than minimum wage in this country. The point is, this was an online survey which, I assume, is directed at computer literate 6 to 14 year olds with access to a computer. And, the majority of them can't picture earning a million dollars in their life time when their parents probably passed that mark by the time they were 45. And, if they were college educated, assuming 4 years and an age of 22 at graduation, they would only have to work 44 years and 10 months and the annual average only goes up to $22,222 or $11.11 an hour. Somebody needs to teach our kids (1) to think, and (2) to do the math.

Spare the Rod, Spare the Child

White kids more likely to suffer ill effects of early spanking
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=518684

Are Your Bowels Moving?

Some kids feel too embarrassed to talk about the lower parts of their digestive systems - their intestines (bowels). But kids need to know what's normal and what's not, so check out this article.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/stay_healthy/body/bowel.html

Medicating Children At School Needs Attention Of Parents, Teachers And School Administrators

It is increasingly common for children to need to take medication during the school day - whether because they are sick and parents can not tend to them at home, or because they have a condition such as asthma or diabetes that requires daily dosage of a medication. In a revised policy statement, "Guidelines for the Administration of Medication in School," the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) addresses over-the-counter (OTC) products, herbal medications, experimental drugs that are administered as part of a clinical trial, emergency medications, and principles of student safety.
Source: American Academy of Pediatrics, www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC245/333/28815/368893.html?d=dmtICNNews

Commercial List Brokers Target Children

Commercial list brokers sell lists of the names and personal information of children as young as two. Student Marketing Group's web site www.studentlist.com/products/list_preschool.shtml boasts that it sells a list of preschool children between the ages of 2 and 5. Each record includes the child's full name, address, age, and sometimes includes other information, such as gender and telephone number. U.S. Senate Bill S.2160 would prohibit the sale of children’s personally identifiable information for marketing purposes. Urge your congressional leaders to support this bill. Our childrens' privacy is not for sale! To send a message, please click this link: dads.e-actionmax.com/r.asp?aacwc=363314838259063157178

Deter Dental Decay

Have sealants applied to your kids' teeth.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=512284

Gun Safety

By now, you probably know what guns are and what can happen if they fall into the wrong hands. Read our article just for kids to find out how to protect yourself and how to learn about gun safety.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/watch/house/gun_safety.html

Homework Help

Finishing the last five long division problems of your math homework assignment may be the last thing you want to do, but homework is important. Read our article to find out how to get and give homework help.
Source:www.kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/school/homework_help.html

Why Do I Need to Wash My Hands?

Washing your hands is the best way to stop germs from spreading. Learn all about the best way to wash your hands in this Q & A for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/talk/qa/wash_hands.html

Childhood Obesity Linked to Depression

It affects boys as well as girls, new research says.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=512580

Bedwetting

Millions of kids and teenagers from every part of the world wet the bed every single night. It's nothing to be ashamed about, and you can read about why it happens in this article for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/bladder/enuresis.html

Breathe Easy

Clear stuffed up nostrils with normal saline drops.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=512179

 

If Your Young Daughter is Small in Stature

There are many factors that influence a child's growth, including deficiency in growth hormones, heredity, nutrition, and the status of the boy or girl's general health.

There is only one way to know what is causing your child's failure to grow and that is to take them to an endocrinologist or other physician who specializes in these problems.

The right doctor can identify their condition and even predict with some accuracy how tall she will eventually become. In some cases, growth hormones may be administered. But don't wait too long to get the child checked out. Get them to the right medical authority quickly.

If your daughter is an anxious child, some recent studies have shown that persistently anxious girls tend to be shorter than their peers. This was the finding of Dr. Daniel Pine and others at Columbia University College of Physicians in New York. They found that the most insecure girls tended to be about two inches shorter as adults, and twice as likely to be under 5 feet 2 inches tall, than girls who were less anxious. Two specific disorders in the formative years were most predictive of shorter height in adults:

One study showed that anxious girls had high blood levels of the stress hormone cortisol, which can stunt growth. Interestingly, anxious boys in the investigation were not found to have higher cortisol levels, and they did not tend to be short than their peers. This suggests that girls may respond to stress biologically differently than boys. For whatever reasons, anxiety is linked to lesser growth in females alone.

In getting your child examined and evaluated medically, there may be a more obvious and treatable reason for her growth deficiency. Check it out.

Be Careful With Kids' Meds

Pamphlet offers safety advice for parents.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=512362

Helping Kids Cope With Worries of War

Parents can do much to keep anxiety at bay.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=512355

Chemical May Be Toxic to Women, Girls

A chemical that's an ingredient in Teflon could pose a health risk for girls.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=1501141

Talk Like a Pirate Day

Ahoy, matey! Did you ever get a really silly idea? Well, two grownups got a very silly idea 8 years ago and it became a holiday called Talk Like a Pirate Day.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/misc/pirate_banner.html

The Facts About Fractures and Broken Bones

What happens when you break a bone? Most broken bones can be easily fixed, but it can still be scary when it happens to you. Find out more in this article for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/ill_injure/aches/broken_bones.html

New Method Of Determining Treatment Effects In Young Patients With Cystic Fibrosis

Researchers revealed that computed tomography (CT) imaging, when combined with pulmonary function testing (PFT) and developed into a composite score, offered a new, more sensitive way of determining treatment effects in young patients with cystic fibrosis who had suffered little or no loss of pulmonary function.
Source: American Thoracic Society, http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC251/333/8895/368751.html?d=dmtICNNews

The Facts About Fractures and Broken Bones

What happens when you break a bone? Most broken bones can be easily fixed, but it can still be scary when it happens to you. Find out more in this article for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/ill_injure/aches/broken_bones.html

Why Do I Shiver?

Did you know that shivering is something your body does automatically? Read this article to find out more about why you shiver.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/talk/qa/shiver.html

Taking a Good Look at Glasses

Did you know that shivering is something your body does automatically? Read this article to find out more about why you shiver.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/feel_better/things/glasses.html
 

Staying Safe While in the Water

Playing at the beach, at a water park, by a lake, or in a pool can be a real treat on a hot day. Our article for kids will help you avoid danger and stay safe in the water while you play.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/watch/out/water.html
 

Indigestion

Got tummy troubles? Indigestion is a common condition that many people - even kids - have at one time or another. Read this article to find out more about what indigestion is and what you can do to feel better if you get it.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/ill_injure/aches/indigestion.html

WORD! A Glossary of Medical Terms

Symptoms, inhaler, tonsillectomy - what do all those medical words mean? Check out our virtual glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/word/

The Real Deal on Repeating a Grade

Kids who find out they have to repeat a grade might feel many different emotions. This article, especially for you, helps you deal with these feelings and also teaches you how to prevent having to repeat again.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/school/repeating.html

What's a Booger?

The job of mucus and boogers is to serve and protect the lungs because when you inhale air through your nose, it contains lots of tiny particles. Our article for kids will give you the booger basics.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/talk/yucky/booger.html

What Is Hyperactivity?

On average, five out of 100 kids have ADHD. That means that if your school has 500 kids, 25 may have ADHD - that's like one whole class! Read more about ADHD in this article for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/learning_problem/adhdkid.html

Air Pollution May Worsen Asthma Attacks

Children who've just had a cold are especially vulnerable.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=513531

Bacteria Beats Eczema

Early use of probiotics lessens allergic skin disease in children.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=513420
 

Soothing the Shot

Making injections tolerable for kids.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=513562
 

Childhood Sunburn Can Lead to Skin Cancer Later

Parents need to slather sunscreen on their kids before they head outside.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=513324

New Kids' Respiratory Virus Identified

Human metapneumovirus responsible for significant portion of infections.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=513431

Fruit Juice a Two-Edged Sword for Kids

Study finds obese children drink 65 percent more.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=51301

 

Young Insomniacs Often Drugged to Sleep

Medication comes before doctors find underlying problem.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=513071

Fatty Acids Help Babies in the Future

Adding fatty acids to formula milk may lower heart disease later in life.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=8006075
 

Changing Schools Tough on Kids

Frequent switches can cause behavioral problems, study finds.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=513016

Deterring Dementia: Prevention Is The Focus In War On Memory Disease

With no cure in sight, scientists increasingly are focusing on measures that might prevent Alzheimer's and other dementias.
Source: www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/EMIHC000/333/333/359618.html

How the Body Works

How does your nervous system work? What happens in your lungs when you breathe in? Check out these cool movies to see and hear the ins and outs of your insides.
Source: kidshealth.org/kid/closet/how_the_body_works_interim.html

Steering Your Way to Bicycle Safety

Even the most careful bike rider can get hurt. Knowing the rules of the road can keep you from getting hurt on your bike, though, so read our article for kids to learn more about bike safety.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/watch/out/bike_safety.html

Oooh, Your Aching Head

Lots of kids have headaches from time to time. Although it may feel like it, a headache is not a pain in your brain. Find out more about headaches in this article for kids.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/ill_injure/sick/headache.html

When Sinuses Attack!

You hardly ever think about sinuses - unless they get infected. Then, these usually hollow spaces in your head fill with fluid and can really hurt! Read this article for kids to find out more about what can go wrong with sinuses.
Source:  www.kidshealth.org/kid/ill_injure/sick/sinuses.html

Living With Grandparents

Did you know that millions of kids live with their grandparents? Read our kids article on living with grandparents to find out what it's like.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/home_family/grandparents.html

Are Your Bowels Moving?

Some kids feel too embarrassed to talk about the lower parts of their digestive systems -their intestines (bowels). But kids need to know what's normal and what's not, so check out this article.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/stay_healthy/body/bowel.html

Sibling Rivalry

In a house with more than one kid, there are bound to be some problems. Fighting, competition, and jealousy between brothers and sisters might be sibling rivalry.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/home_family/sibling_rivalry.html

If It's Not Colic, It Might be GERD

Reflux can pose serious problems for children, too.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=512696

Childhood Sunburn Can Lead to Skin Cancer Later

Parents need to slather sunscreen on their kids before they head outside.
Source: www.healthcentral.com/news/NewsFullText.cfm?id=513324

Lyme Disease

With warmer temperatures ahead, you'll hear a lot about Lyme disease, so read our new article for kids to get the lowdown on Lyme disease.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/ill_injure/sick/lyme_disease.html

What Happens in the Emergency Room?

When you need help right away, you can go to the emergency room of the nearest hospital. Our article for kids will tell you what will happen when you get there.
Source: www.kidshealth.org/kid/feel_better/places/er.html

What Acne Is and