September 12, 2023 Mask confusion enters Congress again as COVID-19 cases tick up COVID cases are on the rise again as summer vacations end and children return to school. Keep an eye on COVID cases in Congress. They could be a indicator of what we face nationally.
September 11, 2023 What is the 'One Chip Challenge' and what peppers are in it? Experts speak out after teen's death A Massachusetts teen died last week after taking part in the viral "One Chip Challenge." Experts are now speaking out about the trend and how it "does carry a potential risk."
September 9, 2023 Teen who suffered loss of leg in accident is called 'lazy child' on train, ordered to 'get up' from seat A teenager with a prosthetic leg described an unfortunate recent encounter on a train that has elicited some 15,000 reactions and 2,000 comments on Reddit to date.
September 9, 2023 COVID-19, flu and RSV vaccines are all available this fall: See what some doctors recommend and why There is significant concern about a "tripledemic" this fall and winter, with COVID, flu and RSV cases all potentially rising at the same time. Here's what some doctors recommend on vaccines.
September 8, 2023 Los Angeles mom says kids with autism don't need 'fixing,' urges greater understanding amid spike in cases A Los Angeles mom says autism diagnoses "shouldn't make parents fearful." As cases have risen in New York and New Jersey, Kelley Coleman stresses a need to understand kids rather than "fix" them.
September 7, 2023 4-year-old twins suffocate in toy chest: 'Their souls were too perfect,' mom says A Florida family is heartbroken after 4-year-old twins fell asleep in a cedar toy chest and suffocated late last month, according to a Facebook post.
September 6, 2023 As eating disorders increase among college students, here's how parents can help: ‘Early intervention is key’ As eating disorders rise on college campuses, two experts shared their tips on spotting warning signs, setting a healthy example and offering help when needed.
September 5, 2023 Rabid bats found in Utah, prompting warning from health officials Salt Lake County Health Department is reminding people to avoid contact with bats after two found have tested positive for the infectious viral disease rabies.
September 5, 2023 Irish parents take action on smartphones amid soaring concerns over children's mental health The parents associations at eight elementary schools in the town of Greystones, County Wicklow, have agreed to enforce a ban on smartphones for all students until middle school.
September 4, 2023 'Horrified' hospital employee leaks DEI training pushing 3-year-olds identifying as transgender A Kaiser Permanente employee leaked a diversity, equity and inclusion training which promoted the idea of 3 and 4-year-olds identifying as transgender.
