Health News Archives

Malaria Vaccine Effective in Latest Trials
Mosquito-borne disease kills nearly 1 million people, mostly African children, every year

Laws Governing Indoor Tanning by Teens Don’t Work
Study says lax enforcement probably to blame; experts cite risk of skin cancer

Flu Shots Worthwhile for College Students
Getting seasonal vaccine reduced illness rates, missed classes, study shows

Decongestant Exposure Needs Closer Look
Study says pseudoephedrine for kids under 2 poses toxicity issues because of use patterns

Health Needs of Autistic Children Often Unmet
Expenses greater than those for kids with other special needs, report shows

Beware of Toxic Toys This Holiday Season
Dangerous chemicals make some playthings unfit for kids, report claims

Getting Tough on Bullying
Kids, parents and schools need to work together to stop abusive behavior, experts say

High-Fat Diet While Pregnant May Produce Obese Kids
It may lead to permanent changes in the fetal brain, study says

Death Rates Higher for Minority Children Awaiting Heart Transplant
14% for whites, 19% for blacks, 21% for Hispanics and 27% for others, study says

Obese Kids Have Old Arteries
Tests showed their carotid artery walls as thick as that of a middle-aged person