Children's Health - Page 32

November 13, 2024

Trump HHS could reverse Biden-Harris policies on gender treatments for minors

President-elect Donald Trump said last year he plans to block federal agency programs that support "gender-affirming" care, aiming to reduce availability of such services for minors nationwide.

November 13, 2024

Bird flu leaves teen in critical condition after country's first reported case

A teenager has been left in critical condition after contracting the first presumptive human case of avian influenza in Canada. Expert Sam Scarpino discusses the health risk and potential for spread.

November 11, 2024

Iraq law could lower a girl’s age of consent as an adult from 18 to 9: it ‘legalizes child rape’

The law is going to a second vote by the country's government, but it has opposition from youth activist groups and from 215 women parliamentary members.

November 7, 2024

Young Trump supporter with rare brain disorder surprised by president-elect’s victory in sweet video

A young New York boy with a rare brain disorder who captured the hearts of many with his viral videos supporting Donald Trump, was surprised to hear the election results.

November 3, 2024

Activists sound alarm on Missouri abortion amendment: ‘Infinitely more than abortion’

Missouri pro-life activists and leaders sound the alarm about a sweeping abortion amendment they say will "go way beyond abortion" and enshrine transgender surgeries on children.

November 1, 2024

Best and worst Halloween candy for your teeth, dentist reveals

Now that kids have scored their Halloween treats, Dr. Priya Mistry, a dentist in Vancouver, Washington, shared what she feels are the best and worst types of candy for dental health.

November 1, 2024

Dogs who comfort sick children, leap out of helicopters are nominated for American Humane award

American Humane announced its 2024 Hero Dog Award finalists. The standout dogs will be honored at a gala event this winter to celebrate their service and dedication to others.

November 1, 2024

Parents trust AI for medical advice more than doctors, researchers find

A study from the University of Kansas found that parents seeking information on their children’s health trust AI more than professionals. AI expert Harvey Castro discusses the benefits and risks.

October 31, 2024

Texas accuses El Paso doctor of providing 'dangerous' gender-transition drugs to kids: lawsuit

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced his office has filed a lawsuit against an El Paso doctor for allegedly providing sex-change hormones to children in violation of a state law.

October 30, 2024

Oregon parents arrested after repeatedly tasing young children as discipline: police

Police in Oregon have arrested the parents of two young children after authorities investigated reported abuse, including use of a taser on the children.