Inflammatory disorders

One in five kids may 'outgrow' asthma

(HealthDay)— As many as one in five youngsters with asthma may grow out of the respiratory condition as they age, new research indicates.

Psychology & Psychiatry

From the mouths of babes: The truth about toddler talk

(Medical Xpress)—The sound of small children chattering has always been considered cute – but not particularly sophisticated. However, research by a Newcastle University expert has shown their speech is far more advanced ...

HIV & AIDS

UN hails sharp decline in HIV infections in kids (Update)

Twenty-five countries, many in hard-hit Africa, have at least halved new HIV infections in the past decade, with particular progress made toward protecting children from the deadly virus, the United Nations said Tuesday.

Health

Keeping young athletes safe from sexual abuse

(HealthDay) -- Parents who want to protect their kids from sexual abuse need to reassess the notion of "stranger danger" -- the belief that children should be on guard around strangers because they're most likely to be molested ...

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