May 21, 2013: Removing Tonsils Helps Kids With Sleep Apnea, Study Finds
Better slumber improved daytime energy and behavior, but not memory, learning, researchers say

May 21, 2013: Weather Worries Can Threaten a Child's Mental Health
Psychologist offers advice for coping with tragedies like the Oklahoma tornado

May 20, 2013: Study: Older Whooping Cough Vaccine More Effective
But it was phased out because of side effects; newer version works, study notes

May 14, 2013: Even Low Levels of Lead Hamper Kindergartners' Reading Skills: Study
Some experts say no level of exposure is safe, push for zero tolerance from CDC

May 08, 2013: Researchers Pinpoint Cause of Port-Wine Stain Birthmarks
Single, random change to gene during fetal development causes birthmarks and the more serious Sturge-Weber syndrome

May 06, 2013: No Need to Toss Your Child's Toothbrush After Strep Throat, Study Suggests
The common practice may be unnecessary because strep bacteria typically don't survive

May 06, 2013: More Kids Diagnosed With Mental Health Disabilities, Study Finds
Conditions such as autism, ADHD appear to drive 16 percent increase in a decade

May 06, 2013: Death Rate Dropping for Children on Dialysis: Study
Better care, advances in technology may explain improved survival for these young kidney failure patients

May 03, 2013: Kids on Medicaid May Face Barriers to Eczema Treatment
Study investigated access to dermatologists for children with the skin condition

May 02, 2013: Lipsticks, Glosses Contain Toxic Metals: Report
Children should not play with these products, researcher says

May 01, 2013: Drug Shows Some Benefit for Kids With Autism
Study found no gains in lethargy, social withdrawal, but those on the drug improved in other ways

May 01, 2013: More Than 4,000 U.S. Kids Hurt Each Year on Amusement Rides
Researchers call for standardized safety regulations to reduce injuries

April 27, 2013: Protect Your Kids From Pollen Allergies: Expert
Tips for keeping allergens away from their skin, out of air in your home

April 26, 2013: More Infants Surviving With Serious Heart Defects, Study Finds
But death risk still too high, researchers say

April 25, 2013: Newborn's Placenta May Predict Autism Risk, Study Suggests
Identifying infants with higher odds could improve treatment, researchers say

April 17, 2013: Fecal Transplant Studied for Kids With Bowel Disease
Symptoms of ulcerative colitis disappeared for one-third of patients after process

April 17, 2013: Helping Children Make Sense of the Senseless
Tragedies like the Boston bombings require a loving, shared response, experts say

April 16, 2013: Colic May Be Linked to Childhood Migraine, Study Says
Expert suspects disrupted sleep cycles might play a role in both disorders

April 11, 2013: Teen's Death From Chickenpox Highlights Need for Vaccination, CDC Reports
Prior inoculation probably would have protected her, experts say

April 04, 2013: Despite Big Progress, Many Kids Have High Lead Levels in Blood
Mineral has been linked to learning and behavioral problems, CDC says

April 02, 2013: Child's Cancer Often Causes Parents Severe Distress: Study
Odds of recovery, pain and finances are major worries

March 22, 2013: Flu Season Continues to Wind Down
38 states reported minimal activity last week, CDC says

March 21, 2013: They're Cute, But Chicks Carry Salmonella Dangers
Major 2012 outbreak was linked to mail-order chicks, ducklings, CDC says

March 20, 2013: Measles Can Spread Further Than Thought on Airplanes: Study
Current tracking system needs to take this into account, use other strategies, researchers say

March 20, 2013: One in 50 School-Aged Children in U.S. Has Autism: CDC
Significant increase in the prevalence of the condition over the past five years, researchers say

March 19, 2013: Gene Mutations Appear Key to Childhood Leukemia Risk, Study Says
Findings may help explain higher rates among Hispanics

March 17, 2013: Know What's in Your Child's Medications, FDA Warns
Mixing cold, allergy drugs can cause harm, agency says

March 12, 2013: In Seriously Ill Kids, Obesity May Be Tied to Higher Death Risk: Study
But more research is needed to confirm the association, experts say

March 08, 2013: Flu Infections Continue to Decline
33 states experienced minimal activity last week, CDC says

March 01, 2013: Kids, Seniors Prone to MRSA Infections Depending on Season: Study
Elderly tend to get strain that's dominant in winter, while children more vulnerable to summer strain

February 25, 2013: Poll: Many Americans Don't See Their Kids as Overweight
But national statistics contend that there's an obesity epidemic among children

February 25, 2013: Health Tip: When Your Child Has a Headache
Follow these tips to soothe the pain

February 22, 2013: Children Born With Heart Defects Show Growth Lags 3 Years Later
Study found gaps in weight, length and head size compared to other kids

February 21, 2013: Codeine Risky for Kids After Certain Surgeries, FDA Says
10 deaths, 3 overdoses reported following removal of tonsils or adenoids

February 15, 2013: Flu Levels Continue to Fall, CDC Says
Activity has decreased in many areas, data shows

February 08, 2013: Flu Levels Starting to Fall, CDC Says
While activity remains high, it has decreased in most areas

February 08, 2013: Type 1 Diabetes Up 70 Percent in Kids, Study Finds
Experts suspect the jump may be linked to unknown environmental causes

February 01, 2013: Flu Still Widespread but Easing in Some States: CDC
45 children have died from flu this season; seniors also especially vulnerable

February 01, 2013: Chips, Sodas Out, Healthier Fare In With New School Snack Rules
USDA's proposals go beyond school meals to vending machines

January 29, 2013: High Blood Pressure in Kids May Be Less Common Than Thought
U.S. study offers somewhat encouraging finding, but experts say it's tough to pin down 'correct' rate

January 28, 2013: No Proof Drugs Ease Kids' Migraines: Study
And some of these meds 'are pretty nasty,' expert says

January 25, 2013: Lead Levels Down in U.S. Kids, But Asthma Cases Rising: EPA
Report looks at the environment's effect on children's health

January 25, 2013: Flu Still at Epidemic Levels: CDC
Children and seniors especially vulnerable; infections declining in some regions

January 23, 2013: People With Egg Allergy Can Safely Get Flu Shot: Experts
With study finding, they advise people to have the vaccine

January 20, 2013: How to Tell If Your Child Is Too Sick for School: Expert
If kids aren't well enough to learn, it's best to keep them home

January 18, 2013: 48 States Now Report Flu Activity, Elderly Hit Hard
It's still not too late to get vaccinated, experts say

January 17, 2013: Childhood Obesity Rates Drop in New York City, Los Angeles: Study
State programs promoting healthy lifestyles work, but it takes time before results are seen, researchers say

January 17, 2013: Obese Kids May Face Immediate Health Woes, Study Finds
Higher rates of ADHD, asthma and learning problems seen in overweight children, study shows

January 11, 2013: Safe Ways to Relieve Your Young Child's Flu Symptoms
Medications not intended for children younger than 4, expert says

January 02, 2013: Second Hit Leaves Young Football Player in Wheelchair
Case study highlights dangers of 'second impact syndrome'