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Pediatrics

Big rise seen in gun deaths, overdoses among U.S. kids

America's kids are safer now than a decade ago when it comes to many types of injury, with two glaring exceptions: drugs and guns.

Oct 7, 2023

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Neuroscience

Common myths about epilepsy and kids

Epilepsy is one of the more common neurologic disorders in children. About 1 in 26 people have epilepsy, and 1 in 10 people will have at least one seizure in their lifetime.

Sep 29, 2023

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Psychology & Psychiatry

How parents' work stress affects family mealtimes and children's development

Family mealtimes are important for parents and children as a space to communicate, socialize, and build attachment relationships. But it can be difficult for busy parents to balance family and work life. A new study from ...

Sep 28, 2023

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Pediatrics

Another school sports season: How to lower your child's odds for injury

Playing sports can offer a lot of benefits for kids, but it's also important to help protect them from injuries.

Sep 19, 2023

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Diabetes

Pediatricians' group warns against keto diet for kids with diabetes

Low-carb diets may be all the rage, but they're not for kids with diabetes, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

Sep 18, 2023

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Psychology & Psychiatry

Q&A: Helping kids adjust to school

My family is gearing up for the new school year, and I'm a bit worried about how my kids will adjust to being back in the classroom after the summer break. They seem excited yet nervous, and I want to ensure they adjust smoothly. ...

Sep 6, 2023

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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

CDC warns of rise in RSV cases among young children, infants

Doctors are seeing a spike in severe cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) among young children in Florida and Georgia, U.S. health officials warned Tuesday.

Sep 6, 2023

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Addiction

It only takes a bite of a marijuana edible to send a child to the hospital

Brightly colored "edibles" can be tempting for young kids and are more widely available now that many U.S. states have legalized cannabis for recreational and medical use.

Aug 28, 2023

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Health

Reducing viral infection risks when sending kids off to school

It's back to school for many kids around the nation. And once they hit the classroom, you may notice more runny noses and other symptoms associated with viral and bacterial infections.

Aug 24, 2023

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