MyHealthNewsDaily Archives
Co-Sleeping with Baby Raises SIDS Risk
May 20, 2013, Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily Managing Editor
Babies sleeping in bed with their parents have an increased risk of sudden infant death syndrome, a new study finds.
Not My Kid: Most Parents Unaware Teen Is Using Study Drugs
May 20, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Staff Writer
Many parents are not aware that their teenage children abuse "study drugs" such as Adderall or Ritalin.
Spontaneous Gene Mutations Linked to Kids' Heart Defects
May 13, 2013, Bahar Gholipour
Mutations after conception may bring about 10 percent of congenital heart disease cases.
US Ranks No. 69 in Lowest 'First Day' Newborn Deaths
May 07, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
In the United States, more babies die on the first day of life than in any other industrialized country, according to a new report.
Why Baby's Hungry Cry Tugs at Women (But Not Men)
May 06, 2013, Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily Managing Editor
A study of brain scans suggests that women are hard-wired to respond to crying babies in ways that men aren't,
90% of Parents Multitask While Driving
May 06, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
It's common for parents to multitask while driving their children.
Docs Divided Over Best Oxygen Levels for Preemies
May 05, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
Two new studies aim to find the optimal oxygen levels for preemies, but doctors are still divided on the issue.
Preschoolers With ADHD Often Treated Incorrectly
May 04, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
Doctors often do not follow guidelines for treating very young children with ADHD, a new study finds.
Childhood Food Allergies Continue to Rise
May 02, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Staff Writer
Food and skin allergies have increased among U.S. children in recent years.
Amusement Rides Linked to 20 Injuries Daily
May 01, 2013, Lauren Cahoon Roberts, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
More than 4,400 children visit emergency rooms yearly with injuries linked with amusement rides, a new study finds.
Traffic Noise Linked with Kids' Hyperactivity
April 30, 2013, Lindsey Konkel, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
Children exposed to higher levels of roadway noise at home were more likely to have symptoms of ADHD, a new study finds.
Autism May Be Linked to Placenta Abnormalities
April 25, 2013, Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily Managing Editor
Children at a high risk of developing autism were more likely to have certain abnormal structures within the placenta, a new study says.
Pictures Better than Sign Language for Communicating with Kids with Autism
April 24, 2013, Tanya Lewis
Learning to speak relies on motor skills and positive reinforcement.
4 Tips for Making Healthy Meals for Kids
April 24, 2013, Deborah Enos, CN, MyHealthNewsDaily Columnist
Making a healthy meal for kids on busy days is a challenge. Here are a few tips to make it easier.
Parents Give Unneeded, Harmful Cold Medicines
April 22, 2013, Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily Managing Editor
Despite warning labels, parents are giving cough and cold medicines to children under age 4, a new poll finds.
Warts in Kids Come From Family Members, Classmates
April 22, 2013, Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily Managing Editor
While public pools and communal showers may seem like germy places, when it comes to warts, kids are more likely to get them at home, a new study says.
Why Baby Calms Down When Carried
April 18, 2013, Cari Nierenberg, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
Babies are hard wired to calm down when their moms pick them up and walk around while holding them.
Infant Mortality Rate in US Drops Again
April 17, 2013, Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily Managing Editor
After plateauing for a few years, the U.S. infant mortality rate is dropping again.
Boston Bombing: How to Talk with Kids About the Attack
April 16, 2013, Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily Managing Editor
In talking with children about the bombing in Boston, parents should answer kids' questions, but not elaborate, experts say.
Colic in Babies Linked with Later Migraines
April 16, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
Infant colic and migraines may be symptoms of the same underlying condition, a new study suggests.
Live Music May Help Premature Babies, Study Says
April 15, 2013, Catherine Winters, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
The sounds of live music confer health benefits on the tiniest and most vulnerable people—premature babies who are being treated in the neonatal intensive care unit, a new study says.
Toddler Crying: What Causes It, and How to Deal
April 11, 2013, Joseph Brownstein, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
A dad's online chronicle of his son's crying has struck a chord. Experts explain why toddlers cry so frequently and easily, and what can parents do.
Sizing Up Meals: Kids Eat More Using Adult Plates
April 08, 2013, Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily Managing Editor
Kids eat more when they're using big plates, a new study says. Alas, the effect was not seen when it came to eating vegetables.
500,000 Kids Have High Lead Levels
April 04, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
About half a million kids ages 1 to 5 have elevated blood lead levels.
5 Facts About Couples Who Live Together
April 04, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
Here's what we know about cohabitation.