Physicians' groups can help
New research says vegetarian diets can be OK for growing youths
Half of nation's schools have air-quality issues
New research adds a caveat: If mother has history of wheezing, kid's risk is also high
Study finds sharp dropoff in activity between elementary school and late adolescence.
Simple precautions can prevent child deaths
Head lice shouldn't force healthy kids to stay home
Risk rises sixfold when they watch 5 hours a day
Safety tips for children's over-the-counter medicines
Condition also leads to problems with learning and attention
Well-adjusted teens result of many influences
That's leading to some unhealthy eating habits
Study finds babbling is more than gibberish
Device constantly checks blood sugar levels
Early exposure to pets may shield kids throughout life
Many children suffer from social anxiety disorder
Researchers cite depression, susceptibility to advertising
As sales surge, so do injuries, and experts warn that kids are most at risk
Club drug is a popular coping strategy of the lonely, study finds
They suffer more social ills, but don't get diagnosed as often as boys, survey finds
Poorer bone health, reduced height, higher obesity rates found in those who avoid it
If accuracy is needed, rectal thermometers are still the best for kids, study says
Overweight children more likely to be overweight adults
If a child complains, feel his/her pain
Parasites can migrate from pets to people
Variation of enzyme makes some children especially vulnerable to breathing problems
And it could actually increase risk of skin atrophy, British research contends
And that's contributing to the obesity problem among U.S. children
Study finds the habit makes little difference a child's development
Some common misconceptions
Successful teen-doctor relationship depends on time and trust
The time to begin is before the first teeth come in, expert says
Gene defect causes disease in Down kids, study says
Expert says ways to manage it are at fingertips, but often not used
Study finds book bags can cause back and neck pain in kids
Home exercise tips for your children
Cleanliness, antibiotics may cheat developing immune system, study says
Backpacks can cause injuries; here are some safety tips
Study finds they can distinguish language patterns
Despite promotions to have kids vaccinated
Middle schoolers need constant reminders and support, study says
Parents need to watch for symptoms
Early detection and treatment of eye conditions can save sight
German discovery won't change treatment for now, experts say
Group says children should have eye exam before start of school
Study finds gene variant coupled with childhood abuse can make the difference
Risperidone eases form of disease marked by tantrums, self-harm
Officials call teens the 'orphans' of immunization program
Offers information on Medicaid in both Spanish and English
Falls, burns, poisonings lead the list, Johns Hopkins study says