Children's Health - Page 7

Artificial Intelligence October 28

Lawmakers unveil bipartisan GUARD Act after parents blame AI chatbots for teen suicides, violence

Senators introduce GUARD Act to protect minors from AI chatbots after parents testify about teen suicides, violence allegedly linked to Character.AI and ChatGPT interactions.

Health October 24

Teen hospitalized after swallowing up to 100 magnets purchased online: 'Rising concern'

Teen hospitalized and underwent surgery after swallowing as many as 100 tiny magnets. New Zealand case highlights growing safety concerns with online magnet sales.

Donald Trump October 16

Trump rolls out plan to slash IVF costs for American families through new pharma partnership

President Donald Trump unveiled plan to make IVF treatments more affordable, with fertility drug discounts of 42-79% depending on patient income levels.

Health October 15

Transgender 'trend' sharply declining on American college campuses, new analysis finds

A professor's analysis of 68,000 college students shows the transgender identification trend losing momentum, with experts citing improved mental health as factor.

Health October 15

Life expectancy back on track with exception of one age group, study finds

The Global Burden of Diseases study shows that life expectancy has recovered from pandemic lows, while youth mortality has increased significantly in North America and Eastern Europe.

Food October 12

Doritos are getting a bold makeover with ingredient change, plus protein option

PepsiCo announces it will remove artificial flavors and colors from Doritos and Cheetos following HHS "MAHA" initiative to eliminate petroleum-based dyes by 2025.

Lifestyle October 10

Bus driver hailed as hero for saving young child wandering alone on busy street

Barbara Baker, a quick-thinking Tampa bus driver and grandmother, is being praised as a hero after rescuing a lost child from a busy Florida street and calling for help.

Health October 9

State bans products with dangerous substance amid growing fears of overuse by kids

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has signed an executive order banning intoxicating hemp products, requiring retailers to remove THC gummies and beverages by Oct. 14.

Cabinet October 9

RFK Jr shocked over pregnant moms protesting Trump with Tylenol: 'Pathological'

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. criticizes pregnant mothers taking Tylenol to protest Trump, claiming the pain medication could pose autism risks during pregnancy.

Health October 8

Vaccine debate heats up as officials weigh splitting combined MMR into single doses

Medical experts and vaccine maker Merck reject HHS Deputy Secretary Jim O'Neill's suggestion to split the MMR vaccine into individual measles, mumps and rubella shots.

Health October 5

Hidden infection kills millions of children each year as doctors warn of overlooked symptoms

Professor Elliot Long explains why sepsis in children is difficult to diagnose, with nearly 10% of cases missed in emergency rooms despite being treatable.