Kids given azithromycin were less likely to develop severe respiratory illness, study says
Scientific evidence is far too weak to determine a child's talent, panel says
Digital specs were programmed to block vision in good eye every 30 seconds
Both groups want tighter controls on devices' use, health warnings on packaging
Case highlights growing threat of strain of the lung disease that doesn't respond to multiple antibiotics
But changes are coming to that state's 'personal belief' exemption law
Expert says stabilization isn't good enough because still high rates of preventable chronic disease
More research needs to be done to show cause-and-effect, expert says
Study found upped odds for diabetes, autoimmune disorders decades later
Be especially careful if you live in an older home
Unfortunately, infants don't appear to be benefitting, study finds
Study included almost 55,000 children and teens
Could help reduce the number of CT scans, and the radiation exposure they bring, experts say
Commercials that misstate benefits of sugary products concern researchers
Most clear up on their own or are easily treated, but some are contagious -- even dangerous
Study suggests that widening the geographic pool could increase available organs
Here's what's appropriate
The sometimes fatal heart and lung disease requires different strategies for children and adults
Preschoolers, teens on the spectrum are more likely than peers to be overweight, obese
Explain how to help prevent fires
Study findings support notion that early life exposure to microbes, allergens may prevent illness, experts say
Kids who participate in dance or sports better able to pay attention and solve problems, research suggests
Don't let your infant sleep with a bottle
Children as young as 6 months are mobile media savvy, according to a new study.
New study suggests an income-based 'digital divide' is narrowing
Experts say deep philosophical differences, concern for other young patients may explain why
Counting carbs and swapping treats help kids stick to treatment goals, expert says
Restaurant chains that advertise on children's networks exert strong pull on 3- to 7-year-olds
Suggestions for a healthier holiday
Doctors' group offers tips for avoiding fright-night injuries
Halloween safety precautions
Though calories remained same, obese children saw better blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar levels
Expert offers tips for getting your ghosts and goblins safely through the holiday
And regulate e-cigarettes the same way as other tobacco products, doctors add
New policy statement urges proper training, supervision to avoid injuries among young players
Study found 1 in 10 dealt with anaphylaxis case in 2013, 22 percent were kids with no known allergies
However, most do tend to get treatment, CDC researchers report
Serious eye injuries, organ damage can occur, researchers warn
Selective mutism, a relatively rare condition, flies quietly under the radar, experts say
American Academy of Pediatrics statement says all kids should be screened for signs of malnutrition
'Therapy dogs' appear to help ease heart rate, anxiety in children fighting the disease
Pediatricians must do more for these children, researcher says
A child should never fear confiding in you
Study finds link between repeated use in children and slightly higher weights in teen years
Study findings might explain different behaviors seen in genders, experts say
Parents should set guidelines
Rates of asthma attacks lower in specially designed buildings
Child's weight influenced by environments in 'womb and living room,' expert says
Adult traits may not be preordained by place in the family heirarchy, researchers say
Youngsters face greater health risks from terrorist attacks, accidents and outbreaks