Study sheds light on early life risk factors for ankylosing spondylitis
Having older siblings and childhood tonsil removal are linked to a heightened risk of ankylosing spondylitis, a type of chronic…
New poll finds parents may be overparenting by limiting children’s independence
As they grow, children start doing certain activities without their parents watching over them, including trick-or-treating with friends, staying home…
Survey highlights gaps in the UK public’s awareness of childhood cancer signs and symptoms
There are significant gaps in the UK public’s awareness of the tell-tale signs and symptoms of cancer in children and…
Social media and mental health linked to rising e-cigarette use in American teens
In a recent study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders, researchers from Pennsylvania investigated the role of indicators of…
Early eating habits shape celiac disease risk in young kids, study shows
A recent study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition investigated the hypothesis that higher gluten intake during early…
Virtual driving assessments could forecast crash risk in young drivers
Young drivers who have recently been licensed have a higher-than-average risk of crashes, especially in the first several years from…
Researchers win $5 million grant to expand access to pediatric long COVID-19 care
Researchers at Kennedy Krieger Institute have received a $5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services…
How to Make the Perfect Cheese Quesadilla
The Perfect Cheese Quesadilla has gooey, melty cheese and a perfectly golden and crispy tortilla. When we need a fast…
A third of schools don’t have a nurse. Here’s why that’s a problem.
Jodi Bobbitt, the school nurse at William Ramsay Elementary in Alexandria, Virginia, is always ready to see children with a…
Live vaccinations found to be safe for pediatric organ transplant recipients
Live vaccinations provided to children who previously received liver or kidney transplants were found to be safe and prompted an…
Study highlights need for early intervention for behavioral problems
A six-year study that analyzed data from a 25-question screening tool found alarming evidence of unhealthy behavioral trajectories starting as…
Fun and Healthy Halloween Snack Tray
This Halloween Snack Tray is packed with delicious and healthy snacks, and makes an absolutely adorable and crowd-pleasing centerpiece for…