Children's Health - Page 7

February 9, 2026

'We cannot endorse:' Why the nation’s plastic surgeons are pulling back on youth gender surgery

American Society of Plastic Surgeons issues new statement recommending delay of youth gender surgeries until age 19, citing limited evidence.

February 7, 2026

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, 2026

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, 2026

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, 2026

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, 2026

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, 2026

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, 2026

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, 2026

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, 2026

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.