Children's Health - Page 780

November 20, 2014

Baby Girl Born 1 Hour After Mom Dies

A baby girl born Saturday, nearly an hour after a car crash that killed her mother, is in critical condition with little brain activity

November 20, 2014

Study Uncovers Further Evidence of Autism, Testosterone Link

Researchers in Australia have uncovered further evidence of a link between testosterone and autism, backing a theory that high testosterone exposure in the womb increases the risk of the disorder

November 20, 2014

Some Vaccines Tied to Lower Kids' Leukemia Risk

Kids who have had certain vaccines might be less likely to develop cancer, especially one type of leukemia

November 20, 2014

School Won't Allow Student With Seizures to Take Marijuana Pill

A Colorado teenager who was prescribed medical marijuana for a neurological condition is being told he cannot attend his school if he is “under the influence,” kdvr.com reported.

November 20, 2014

Docs Puzzled By Toddler's 'Disappearing' Brain

A 3-year-old boy from New York is living without a cerebellum – the part of the brain responsible for motor control, balance, coordination and emotional control

November 20, 2014

Texas Rep. Pushes Mandatory Meningitis Vaccinations

A Texas representative is proposing legislation that will require all new college students to be vaccinated for meningitis

November 20, 2014

NYC Hospital's Past Use of Baby X-Rays Probed

The New York Times says state health officials have begun an inquiry into a New York City hospital for failing to report its past use of full body X-rays of infants.

November 20, 2014

Wrestling Match Causes Teen to Lose Leg

A Chicago teenager was forced to amputate his leg after his knee was dislocated, his leg was broken, and one of his arteries were ruptured during a high school wrestling match

November 20, 2014

Girl, 8, Seeks Help for Alcoholism in Scotland

An eight-year-old girl was declared an alcoholic after she sought help for a "serious" drinking problem at a Scottish support center

November 20, 2014

One in 38 Kids in South Korea May Have Autism, Study Says

One out of every 38 children in South Korea may have autism, a surprisingly high number based on a new research approach that suggests autism is a global problem that is significantly under-diagnosed