Children's Health - Page 20

April 18

HHS probing hospital over firing of nurse who blew whistle on minors getting gender treatments

HHS is investigating a hospital after a nurse who sought a religious exemption to avoid administering puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones to children was fired.

April 17

Rising autism rates now affect 3% of children, says CDC report

A new CDC report stated that autism rates are rising in the U.S., as more than 3% of America's kids are being diagnosed. A spokesperson from Autism Speaks reacts to the latest data.

April 16

Food sold at Target is recalled due to elevated lead levels

A Miami-based company that makes baby food sold under a Target store brand is recalling over 25,000 packages of a product that may contain elevated levels of lead.

April 15

More babies born to women over 40 than teens for first time in US history

New birth data from the CDC reflects a major increase in birth rates among women over 40, as teen pregnancies continue to decline. Fertility specialist Dr. Ashley Wiltshire reacts.

April 15

Brown rice far worse than white rice when it comes to toxins, study finds

Researchers found that brown rice contains more of the carcinogenic inorganic arsenic than white rice, prompting calls for balanced nutrition and food safety awareness.

April 14

Fluoride exposure linked to ‘detrimental effects’ on health of pregnant women, infants

New meta-analysis looks into studies on the impact of fluoride on pregnant women and infants, concluding that fluoride is toxic to early brain development.

April 9

Kids with autism supported by service dogs, as research and families note 'incredible changes'

Service dogs have proven effective in benefiting children with autism and their families, according to research from the University of Arizona. A mother also shares her own family's story.

April 9

Florida men charged in 'truly heinous' global child porn ring involving over 1M files

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement arrest seven people in Florida for an international child pornography ring involving over one million files purchased through social media.

April 8

Measles infects baby in Colorado: health officials

In the state's second measles case of the year, a baby under 1 year old has been confirmed to have the virus. As babies cannot be vaccinated, they are highly vulnerable, health officials warn.

April 7

Baby with fatal brain disorder ‘saved’ by anonymous $47K donation

A Florida family was stunned when an anonymous donor offered to pay $47,000 for their baby's medical bills, an act of kindness that they say saved her life.