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BPA in Food Packaging Tied to Child Obesity: Study
However, it's not proven that the
chemical causes increased weight ...
September 18, 2012
More U.S. Kids Prescribed Off-Label Antipsychotics: Study
Use is particularly high among
children with ADHD or conduct disorder, study shows
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September 18, 2012
Report: 39 States on Pace for Obesity Rates Above 50%
Costs in diabetes, heart disease,
health care dollars will skyrocket if current trends go
unchecked...
September 18, 2012
Too Much Salt Might Harm Kids' Health: Study
High intake may lead to rise in
blood pressure, especially in overweight children
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September 17, 2012
Vitamin D in Pregnancy Critical for Brain Development, Study Says
Babies whose mothers had adequate
levels appeared to do better on mental, motor tests
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September 17, 2012
At-Home Moms Cook, Shop, Play More With Kids: Study
But working mothers can still take
steps to make sure kids eat right, keep active, expert advises
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September 16, 2012
Do Video Games Promote Reckless Driving in Certain Teens?
Study found young sensation-seekers
had more accidents, tickets and unsafe habits behind the wheel
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September 15, 2012
Skin Doctor Offers Tips to Reduce Acne
Use gentle facial cleansers and
don't scrub, expert advises...
September 15, 2012
Gestational Diabetes, Poverty Linked to ADHD
But breast-feeding appears to have
protective effect, researchers say...
September 13, 2012
Improved Developmental Screening Urged for Hispanic Kids
Many cases of autism missed when
parents don't know what signs to look for, researchers say
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September 13, 2012
Scientists ID Gene for Insulin Sensitivity
Findings may have implications for
diabetes treatment, researcher says...
September 12, 2012
U.S. Expands SIDS Prevention Effort
NIH 'Safe to Sleep' campaign now
includes all sleep-related infant deaths
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September 12, 2012
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