Rare Diseases 1 day ago Mother frantic to save clinical trial that could cure her daughter: ‘The treatment is sitting in a fridge' A rare, fatal disease called SPG50 affects fewer than 100 people in the world — and one of them is Naomi Lockard, a 3-year-old in Colorado. Her mother is desperate to raise funds to save her life.
Parenting 2 days ago US surgeon general advisory names parent stress an 'urgent public health issue' U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy issued a public health advisory addressing the mental health and well-being of parents, calling out an urgent need for support.
Supreme Court 3 days ago Gender transitions for kids 'lack evidence of safety,' 23 states say in Supreme Court brief Nearly two dozen states, led by Missouri AG Andrew Bailey, argue in an Supreme Court amicus brief that surgical gender transitions lack a proven safety record.
HEALTH 3 days ago Most baby foods may not meet nutritional guidelines and use 'misleading claims,' study finds As much as 60% of baby foods on the market may not meet the nutritional standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO), a new study has found. A nutritionist weighed in.
Pennsylvania 5 days ago Prosecutors to seek death penalty for PhD student accused of killing friend's baby in Pennsylvania A Ph.D. student charged with killing her friend's baby and abusing his infant twin brother in Pennsylvania could be sentenced to the death penalty if she is convicted.
LIFESTYLE 5 days ago Cellphone bans in some states' public schools take effect as experts point out pros and cons Some lawmakers are pushing for state-wide cellphone bans in schools, with some districts setting their own policies ahead of the upcoming school year. A pediatric psychologist offered insights.
OPINION 5 days ago Our children's clothes matter. Here's what science and religion teach us We parents who want our children to thrive during the school year should consider the specific gifts and challenges of each child – and dress them accordingly.
HEALTH August 21 Salmonella outbreak caused by tiny turtles, CDC warns, with cases across 21 states Tiny turtles are responsible for a salmonella outbreak that has spread across 21 states, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention alerted last week.
HEALTH August 20 Parvovirus or ‘slapped cheek disease’ is on the rise, CDC warns: Here’s what to know A respiratory disease known as parvovirus B19 is on the rise in the U.S. among all age groups, according to a recent advisory from the CDC. Experts share symptoms, treatment and high-risk groups.
HEALTH August 18 Gender surgeries, migraine tips, 'Zika-like' virus and more top health stories This week's health roundup includes stories about controversial "gender-affirming" surgeries on kids, a little-known type of diabetes, a "Zika-like" virus that's spreading iand more.
