A program to help correct disruptive behavior at ages 7 to 9 seemed to make a difference through age 17
New guidelines released to help doctors treat younger patients age-appropriately
U.S. government report finds good news in a critical fight
Study found those who drank more of them were more likely to be obese at age 5
Experts explain importance of these habits to school success
Expert describes safe transition from air conditioning to sports conditioning
But these same action games were tied to improved visual skills, researchers say
Be informed about what's being taken
Study finds overweight children consume more excess calories daily than previously thought
Study found girls, those with animal allergies less likely to stop wheezing as they aged
Study suggests kids in poor families may have less self-control when it comes to healthy behaviors
Offer water or milk instead of soda or sweetened fruit juice
Kids aged 14 to 16, especially blacks, more likely to experience graft loss, research shows
Study cites poor peer relationships as one reason these kids embrace gaming
Make sure it doesn't pose a choking risk
More than 600,000 U.S. kids were hurt last year, but certain steps can help keep them safe
Often caused by medical devices, these wounds can cause distress for family members, researchers say
Young listeners did better when getting IVs, and parents were happier with care, study found
Don't leave children unattended
But the cause of the association remains unknown, researchers say
3 of 4 also agree homes of children with asthma, other lung problems should be smoke-free
Have them chill in an air-conditioned place
Families with regular doctor may use drug-store services because of extended hours
Boys found DIY instructions online in 3 emergency cases described in report
As families own more TVs, tip-overs have doubled, study finds
And offer positive feedback
Having family member nearby isn't enough, expert warns
Benefits of treatment that gradually increases servings may not last for some kids, long-term study finds
Discovery could help doctors identify those at risk for the kidney, urinary tract defects
Diabetic children at higher risk for retinopathy, which can lead to blindness, studies show
Keep stump clean and dry
Device is designed for children 6 to 17 as part of a complete psychological examination
If split happened when kids were young, they were less likely to feel secure later, particularly with fathers
Offer praise when appropriate
Study found that the more Mom and Dad watch, the more children turn on the television themselves
Study found higher odds for adult obesity, heart disease, arthritis
Expert gives advice on avoiding earbuds, lots of loud noises
Move follows release of studies last fall showing worrisome amounts of the toxin in many brands
Almost one-quarter live in low-income homes, which experts say affects their health and education
Athletes who return to sports should take precautions, researcher advises
It's one of the most dramatic examples of 'herd immunity' seen in recent years, researchers report
But decline in homicides among men and blacks has slowed, researchers report
In study, high school seniors were more likely to care about others, environment when economy faltered
Two reviews examined parents who used IVF and other such methods to get pregnant
Experts list key topics to discuss for optimum care
Study found that the longer children go to sleep at different times each night, the lower their scores on thinking tests
These differences could mark the start of a lifelong problem, researcher says
Errant catches can lead to serious trauma, study found
Study found those who slept less than 7 hours a night were also less likely to eat fruits, vegetables
Making sure gluten-free kids remain that way when away from home is challenging, but doable