But report finds some signs of improvement in dental care
Antibiotics may not always be necessary
Steps to help prevent injury
Guidelines encourage nutritious foods, drinks to help combat obesity epidemic
Make sure your child is properly restrained
Prompted a 134 percent increase in amount of food eaten by obese children
Try baby oil or petroleum jelly
A South Korean study suggests a link, but some U.S. doctors are skeptical
Pediatric experts remind homeowners that small fingers, large blades don't mix
Some experts doubt the problem is that pervasive, but all agree it needs to be eliminated
Strong self-image, ability to say 'no' deciding factors in resisting peer pressure
A better diet may help
Watching while eating negates potential nutritional benefits, study finds
Avoid giving these foods to young children
Fruits, vegetables, nuts helped protect against asthma, skin sensitivity
Task force focuses on quick action in first critical minutes
Be sure to ask the right questions
Watch what your child drinks
While the gap is closing, more education efforts are needed, study says
Study finds rates of repeated ear infections
Make sure he gets enough exercise
It's never too early, experts say
Possible warning signs of learning disability
Suggestions to make the transition easier
Suggestions to make bath time safe
Should I take him to the doctor?
How to protect her from injury
Those with family history of heart disease, diabetes could benefit from cholesterol drug therapy, revised guidelines now say.
British study shows exercise directly tied to amounts of fat measureable in kids
Sports should be safe and fun
Suggestions to keep him healthy
Help her feel good about herself
How to help your child say goodbye
More youngsters are being properly restrained to prevent injury, researchers say
Which type of thermometer is best?
Cause remains a mystery
The numbers are still small, but experts say the procedure can be beneficial
'Off-label' practice is worrisome because of lack of research into safety and effectiveness
Breast development at 9 linked to weight gain in younger years, study finds
But autistic children share similar behaviors
Finding suggests adult heart disease may have roots in childhood
It's during summer vacation when many put on too much weight, study finds
How to spot a potential reading disability
Change them frequently
To prevent the spread of germs
These youngsters may need special monitoring and care, researchers say
But socioeconomic factors also play a part in children's activity levels, experts say
It helps parents recognize the condition in kids and seek help
Cancer cells retain DNA pointing to their origins, scientists say
But study says children hospitalized for chest problems likely face recurrence as adults