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Strip searching a child without appropriate consent is 'sexual abuse,' insists expert

Strip searching a child without appropriate consent is 'sexual abuse,' insists expert

by British Medical JournalCredit: CC0 Public DomainStrip searching a child without appropriate consent is "sexual abuse," and should attract heavy sanctions—backed up by legislation—for

Strip searching a child without appropriate consent is 'sexual abuse,' insists expert

by British Medical JournalCredit: CC0 Public DomainStrip searching a child without appropriate consent is "sexual abuse," and should attract heavy sanctions—backed up by legislation—for
Study examines why kidneys can't regenerate after birth

Study examines why kidneys can't regenerate after birth

by Lance Sumler,Tulane UniversityDr. Samir El-Dahr is a professor and chair in the Department of Pediatrics at Tulane University School of Medicine. Credit: Paula Burch-CelentanoTulane Universit

Study examines why kidneys can't regenerate after birth

by Lance Sumler,Tulane UniversityDr. Samir El-Dahr is a professor and chair in the Department of Pediatrics at Tulane University School of Medicine. Credit: Paula Burch-CelentanoTulane Universit
How toddler-mother attachment impacts adolescent brain and behavior

How toddler-mother attachment impacts adolescent brain and behavior

by University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignCredit: CC0 Public DomainInterpersonal trust is a crucial component of healthy relationships. When we interact with strangers, we quickly gage whether

How toddler-mother attachment impacts adolescent brain and behavior

by University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignCredit: CC0 Public DomainInterpersonal trust is a crucial component of healthy relationships. When we interact with strangers, we quickly gage whether
Children with insomnia likely to continue to suffer as adults, long-term study finds

Children with insomnia likely to continue to suffer as adults, long-term study finds

by Pennsylvania State UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainChildren with insomnia symptoms are likely to persist with them as young adults and are significantly more likely to develop an insomnia d

Children with insomnia likely to continue to suffer as adults, long-term study finds

by Pennsylvania State UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainChildren with insomnia symptoms are likely to persist with them as young adults and are significantly more likely to develop an insomnia d
Small magnetic balls sold at Walmart recalled over swallowing dangers

Small magnetic balls sold at Walmart recalled over swallowing dangers

by Robin FosterTiny, powerful magnetic balls sold exclusively online at Walmart as building blocks and stress relievers have been recalled for swallowing dangers, the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Com

Small magnetic balls sold at Walmart recalled over swallowing dangers

by Robin FosterTiny, powerful magnetic balls sold exclusively online at Walmart as building blocks and stress relievers have been recalled for swallowing dangers, the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Com
Children with attention, behavior problems earn less, have less education and poorer health as adults, research suggests

Children with attention, behavior problems earn less, have less education and poorer health as adults, research suggests

by American Psychological AssociationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainChildren who struggle with attention and behavior problems tend to end up earning less money, finish fewer years of school a

Children with attention, behavior problems earn less, have less education and poorer health as adults, research suggests

by American Psychological AssociationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainChildren who struggle with attention and behavior problems tend to end up earning less money, finish fewer years of school a
Summer heat is especially dangerous for babies and toddlers. Here's how to protect them

Summer heat is especially dangerous for babies and toddlers. Here's how to protect them

by Kate Sequeira, Los Angeles TimesCredit: CC0 Public DomainAs extreme summer heat continues to grip the region, young children are at a greater risk for heat exhaustion and heat stroke.It's impor

Summer heat is especially dangerous for babies and toddlers. Here's how to protect them

by Kate Sequeira, Los Angeles TimesCredit: CC0 Public DomainAs extreme summer heat continues to grip the region, young children are at a greater risk for heat exhaustion and heat stroke.It's impor
Early transgender identity tends to endure, study suggests

Early transgender identity tends to endure, study suggests

by Lindsey TannerParents of transgender children and other supporters of transgender rights gather in the capitol outdoor rotunda to speak about transgender legislation being considered in the Texas H

Early transgender identity tends to endure, study suggests

by Lindsey TannerParents of transgender children and other supporters of transgender rights gather in the capitol outdoor rotunda to speak about transgender legislation being considered in the Texas H
How many babies die from genetic diseases because they're not tested? Too many, researchers say

How many babies die from genetic diseases because they're not tested? Too many, researchers say

by Paul SissonCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainGenetic diseases kill more infants than anyone realizes.That's the central conclusion of a new study from the Rady Institute for Genomic Medicine in

How many babies die from genetic diseases because they're not tested? Too many, researchers say

by Paul SissonCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainGenetic diseases kill more infants than anyone realizes.That's the central conclusion of a new study from the Rady Institute for Genomic Medicine in
Ask the pediatrician: Is cannabis harmful for children and teens?

Ask the pediatrician: Is cannabis harmful for children and teens?

by Dr. Maria H. RahmandarCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAs states across the country vote to legalize cannabis for medical or recreational adult use (or both), some parents feel unsure about what t

Ask the pediatrician: Is cannabis harmful for children and teens?

by Dr. Maria H. RahmandarCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAs states across the country vote to legalize cannabis for medical or recreational adult use (or both), some parents feel unsure about what t
Newborn illness linked to 71% of child deaths up to age 10, new study shows

Newborn illness linked to 71% of child deaths up to age 10, new study shows

by University of BristolCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAs many as 71.6% of child deaths up to age 10 are linked to illness as a newborn, according to a new University of Bristol-led study&nbsp

Newborn illness linked to 71% of child deaths up to age 10, new study shows

by University of BristolCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAs many as 71.6% of child deaths up to age 10 are linked to illness as a newborn, according to a new University of Bristol-led study&nbsp
Choking hazard spurs recall of bath toys sold at target

Choking hazard spurs recall of bath toys sold at target

by Cara MurezIf you have a Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kit, a child's toy made by Buffalo Games and sold exclusively at Target, throw it out.The toy is beingrecalled&nbs

Choking hazard spurs recall of bath toys sold at target

by Cara MurezIf you have a Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kit, a child's toy made by Buffalo Games and sold exclusively at Target, throw it out.The toy is beingrecalled&nbs