Food allergies in children are a big deal. Some kids grow out of them, but others don’t. So, what’s the deal? First, let’s talk about the good news. Milk and egg allergies are common, but many kids outgrow them. In fact, up to 95% of children eventually tolerate these foods. It often starts with ba
Adm. Brian Christine, a top health official and doctor, recently spoke out against medical gender transitions for minors. He believes the Trump administration's decision to stop these procedures is the right move. Christine argues that science and ethics support this change. He says doctors should
The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has decided to stop funding several programs run by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). This move has sparked concerns about how it will affect children and families nationwide. The AAP, which represents around 67, 000 pediatricians, has
Smartphones have become a big part of kids' lives. A recent study looked at how these devices affect children around the age of 12. The results show some concerning trends. Kids who had a smartphone at 12 were more likely to face health issues. These included depression, obesity, and not getting en
Parents are the first teachers for kids. They help shape habits that last a lifetime. But helping kids stay healthy can be tough. Many programs focus on just one parent. They also don't always look at how parents work together. This is where mobile health, or mHealth, comes in. mHealth uses phones
A five-year-old girl named Eliza has a rare condition called microtia. This means her outer ears and ear canals did not develop properly. For most of her life, she could only hear muffled sounds, like being underwater with headphones on. But now, thanks to a special surgery, she can hear clearly for
In Osogbo, Nigeria, many women who can have babies don't use health services enough. These services are super important for moms and kids, especially in places where getting good healthcare is tough. So, why aren't more women taking advantage of them? It's not just about knowing these services exis
The world is seeing a big change in how young people's weight is distributed. More school-aged kids and teens are obese than underweight now. This is a huge deal because it shows how food environments are getting worse. Experts looked at data from 2000 to 2022. They found that about 188 million kid
Parents, listen up! Your kids are watching, and they're learning from you. That's why it's super important to show them that fitness can be fun and exciting. Two experts, Chloe Kaplan and Marcel Thom, recently shared some great tips on how families can get active together. Kaplan and Thom met while
Kids' sleep is a big deal, but it's not something we talk about much. It turns out that dirty air and tough life stuff can really mess with how well children sleep. Scientists wanted to see how pollution and stress team up to affect kids' sleep. They looked at three types of pollution: tiny particl
