Children's Health - Page 10

Health August 23

DNA test reveals which children are at higher risk of obesity in adulthood

A genetic test has been shown to identify obesity risk in children before age 5, according to researchers, allowing preventive interventions during early development periods.

Health August 22

Girl with heart failure calls dad with life-changing message after 200-day hospital stay

After suffering heart failure from a sinus infection, 11-year-old Ava Cooper successfully received a heart transplant and returned home after eight months in hospital.

Usha Vance August 21

Melania Trump’s Putin letter sparks praise from second lady Vance

Usha Vance called Melania Trump a "role model" Thursday for caring about children's welfare, referencing Mrs. Trump's letter to Vladimir Putin about protecting future generations.

Artificial Intelligence August 21

Meta AI docs exposed, allowing chatbots to flirt with kids

Meta AI internal documents revealed chatbots were allowed to flirt with children and engage in romantic conversations until the company was exposed by Reuters.

Health August 21

Kennedy's HHS terminates California sex ed grant after it refuses to drop 'radical' gender lessons

The Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families cut funding for California's PREP sex ed program over gender ideology.

Health August 21

Parents send college kids back to school with Narcan to combat overdoses

Some believe college students should carry Narcan to campus, though there are training concerns. There are also Good Samaritan policies for opioid overdose emergencies.

Health August 19

Largest measles outbreak in US is officially over, health officials say

The Texas health department has declared the end of the measles outbreak after 42 days without new case, with officials urging continued vigilance as global outbreaks pose future risks.

Health August 19

Medical group goes against CDC, recommends COVID shots for young kids

A pediatric medical group contradicts CDC guidance by including COVID-19 vaccines in its annual immunization schedule for children at the highest risk of severe illness.

Parenting August 14

Parents defend using push-ups and squats as punishment in viral video

Oregon parents Katie and Dustin Maletich discuss using fitness as a discipline method and means of teaching kids about self control, despite public pushback.

Parenting August 12

Stepdad punishes boy's disrespect with pushups and squats in viral video

A viral video shows a stepdad using exercise as punishment after his stepson tells his mom to "chill," sparking millions of views and mixed reactions on the approach.

Crime August 11

911 calls, police report details dark timeline to Arizona girl's tragic death

New documents reveal 10-year-old Rebekah Baptiste made multiple escape attempts before her death in a rural Arizona area, leading to murder charges against father and his girlfriend.