Immunity to childhood diseases can wane more quickly than in children without the virus, researchers say
Teach kids safety tips
Tips for preparation and serving
Study found that returning to nevirapine still kept viral load down for most
Radiologists recommend minimally invasive procedure to remove staples, paper clips and more
Offer kids healthier alternatives
But analysis finds exposure to the controversial chemical is short-lived, with health effects unclear
Study found more than 30% of kids who didn't get enough nighttime rest gained too much weight
Long-term effect of exposure to PFOAs, PFOS compounds still unknown, researchers say
Expert urges parents to pack some variety and nutrition into kids' lunch boxes
Encourage your child to stop
Pediatrician offers tips to start the school year right
Occurred even at blood levels below those recommended for treatment, NIH found
Findings highlight need to vaccinate against H1N1, seasonal flu, researchers say
Infrequent gazing at others without prompting may be a tip-off, researchers say
Without vigilant adherence to childhood immunizations, outbreaks could return, experts say
Mother says trauma could have been avoided if vaccine had been available
It's been linked to fewer health problems
Instead, depressive symptoms likely to increase, study finds
Be prepared before you put baby in the tub
California study finds Hispanics most likely to drink, smoke, use marijuana; Asians least likely
Those who get less than eight hours a night at risk for obesity, experts say
Study found dramatic increase in hearing loss among teen girls who used them
They urge more responsible programming, and ask doctors and parents to play a more involved role
Kids between 6 months and 9 years may need a double dose, depending on vaccine history
And help prevent falls
Pediatrician group issues new guidelines for sport-related head injuries
Understanding fears is the first step in conquering them, expert advises
After decade of big decreases, number of teens lighting up stays steady
Being on the alert for symptoms can be key to preventing brain damage
After repeated blows in various sports, teen nearly dies
It's a common infection in children
Worsening economy has not led to higher incidence between 2007-08, researchers say
Adolescent boys most likely to be hurt, researcher says
Corporal punishment of 3-years-old twice as likely in these homes, study says
Keep in touch, but give them independence and privacy, expert recommends
Parents need to help protect children from online harassment, risky acts, expert says
CDC sees rise in shots against meningitis, whooping cough
Over one-quarter of respondents say both problems infect their school environment
Link is not cause-and-effect at this point, researchers stress
Study suggests children over 6 with misaligned eye may be at social disadvantage
Study suggests quitting smoking, exercising, losing weight can cut their frequency
Advocates say cool, minty taste masks harsh chemicals, lures kids, minorities to take up smoking
Overuse of MP3 players is the likely cause, a leading expert suggests
And avoid a back injury
Black and American Indian girls continue getting heavier, while trend has leveled out in whites, study finds
In romantic relationships it's academically harmless but less so in casual pairings, study finds
Abuse, poverty or social isolation can have longer-term consequences for health, expert says
In study, kids 'commuting' by feet had better heart rate, blood pressure during test
But as liquor advertising drops, beer promotions soar