Immunology
Feds post food allergy guidelines for schools
The federal government is issuing its first guidelines to schools on how to protect children with food allergies.
Oct 30, 2013
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Immunology
States enact laws to stock epinephrine at schools
Twenty-seven states allow or require schools to stock epinephrine that's used to fight sometimes life-threatening allergic reactions caused by eating certain food products, such as peanuts, or bee stings.
Oct 17, 2013
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Health
'Cupcake bans' rare, but policies may reduce overexposure to sugary treats
Nearly 1 in 3 American children are overweight or obese, but sugary sweets are often on the menu at elementary school classroom parties.
Oct 2, 2013
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Neuroscience
Breakfast excellent fuel for learning
As children head back to school this week, new research by the University of Leeds has shown that children who eat breakfast are more likely to have higher school grades.
Sep 4, 2013
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Overweight & Obesity
Schools serving up better options help reverse obesity
Schools across the country are taking several steps to fight obesity by providing healthier foods, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Aug 28, 2013
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Health
Fewer US school districts promote junk food, soda (Update)
There's been a big shift in how many U.S. school districts take money from soda companies and ban junk food from vending machines, health officials say.
Aug 26, 2013
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Health
Bill urges schools to stock anti-allergy drug
The House has passed a bill aimed at helping schools better prepare for severe, sometimes life-threatening, allergic reactions caused by eating peanuts or other food products.
Jul 31, 2013
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Diabetes
Socioecological factors contribute to diabetes epidemic
(HealthDay)—A broader public health approach may be needed to address the socioecological factors contributing to the rising rates of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, according to a scientific statement published online ...
Jun 26, 2013
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Overweight & Obesity
After-school exercise and nutrition programs can help reduce childhood obesity
(Medical Xpress)—Research has shown that children from low-income neighborhoods are at higher risk of being obese and overweight than children from affluent neighborhoods; in fact, one-third of low-income children enter ...
Jun 18, 2013
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Pediatrics
Effect of policies by school districts, states on items sold outside the school meal program
District policies and state laws help reduce the availability of sugar- and fat-laden foods and beverages in elementary schools, according to a study published online in JAMA Pediatrics.
Jun 10, 2013
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