Children's Health - Page 5

February 7

PRISHA MOSLEY: Doctors took my body apart for gender ‘care.’ Now they admit it was wrong

Detransitioner speaks out after American Medical Association and plastic surgeons quietly reverse policies on gender surgeries for minors.

February 6

Measles outbreak poses risk of 'irreversible' brain damage, health officials warn

South Carolina health officials warned of "irreversible" neurological damage after a measles outbreak hospitalized 19 patients with dangerous complications.

February 5

New Mexico newborn dies from Listeria infection after mother drank raw milk while pregnant: state officials

Newborn dies from Listeria infection likely linked to mother drinking raw milk during pregnancy, according to New Mexico health officials who renewed warnings.

February 4

Dangerous TikTok trend leaves boy badly burned as doctors issue warning

Parents warned after NeeDoh toy causes severe burns to child's face when microwaved following TikTok trend. Doctors report treating similar cases from dangerous trend.

February 4

Plastic surgeon cites 'emotional blackmail,' poor evidence in warning against youth gender surgeries

American Society of Plastic Surgeons warns against transgender surgeries for minors under 19, citing poor evidence and concerning European data.

February 3

Girl, 12, dangles from ski chairlift in California before crashing to ground in terrifying video

A 12-year-old girl walked away without major injuries after falling from a ski chairlift at Mammoth Mountain resort in California. The dramatic rescue attempt was caught on video.

February 3

Major medical organization urges delaying youth gender surgeries

Leading plastic surgery group released a position statement opposing gender transition surgeries for minors under 19, citing "insufficient evidence" for favorable outcomes.

February 3

Moms org backs Trump's efforts with 'aggressive' campaign against illicit Chinese vape: 'This is personal'

Conservative moms group launches aggressive 2026 campaign against illegal Chinese vapes targeting kids, inspired by Trump administration crackdown efforts.

February 2

Tuberculosis outbreak linked to prominent high school, officials investigating

Tuberculosis outbreak hits a San Franscisco high school, with 3 active TB cases and over 50 latent infections. Health officials require testing for all students and staff.

January 31

New report detects arsenic in 28 popular candies: What you need to know

Florida health officials reportedly detected arsenic in 28 of 46 popular candy products tested, sparking debate over food safety standards in the U.S.