May 24, 2013: Low-Income, Minority Parents More Open to HPV Vaccine for Girls, Study Says
White, middle-class parents less accepting of the cervical cancer shot, researchers contend

May 24, 2013: Parents Underestimate Influence Over Teens' Substance Abuse: Survey
1 in 5 thought child wouldn't listen to advice on the issue, but research suggests otherwise

May 24, 2013: Many Medical Students Have Anti-Fat Bias, Study Finds
That poses a significant barrier to the treatment of obesity, researchers say

May 24, 2013: Storm Chasers: Born to Be Wild?
Experts explain what motivates some to flirt with Mother Nature's wrath while most run for cover

May 24, 2013: How Many Calories in Your Fast-Food Meal? Guess Again
Diners underestimated by as much as 500 calories in study

May 23, 2013: Type 2 Diabetes Progresses Faster in Kids, Study Finds
High blood pressure, other complications seen in adolescence

May 23, 2013: Statins May Hamper Workout Results
Overweight people on cholesterol-lowering drugs saw less fitness improvement than others in small study

May 23, 2013: Low Prenatal Iodine May Affect Child's Brain Development
Mothers with deficiency had kids with lower IQs and reading ability, researchers say

May 23, 2013: U.S. School Kids Should Get Hour of Exercise Daily: Report
Physical activity helps them do better academically and socially, experts say

May 23, 2013: Too Few Kids Use Fast-Food Calorie Info, Study Finds
Girls and obese children are likelier to take advantage of this knowledge

May 23, 2013: U.S. Teen Birth Rate Plummets: Report
Since 1991, rate has dropped by nearly half, health officials find

May 23, 2013: Health Tip: Caring for Baby's Heat Rash
Keep skin cool and dry

May 22, 2013: Docs Use 3-D Printer to Create Lifesaving Airway Device for Infant
Rare, worsening condition led to emergency FDA approval to use splint

May 22, 2013: Abused Children at Risk for Obesity as Adults: Study
They are 36 percent more likely to struggle with weight later in life, researchers report

May 22, 2013: More Kids Getting Donor Organs, But Gaps Persist, Study Finds
Researchers looked at whether change in U.S. donor criteria made a difference

May 22, 2013: Children Who Have CT Scans May Face Higher Cancer Risk
Those exposed before age 5 are most vulnerable, study finds

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: Student Suicide May Spur Similar Thoughts in Teens
'Suicide contagion' occurs even among those who didn't know victim, study found

May 21, 2013: Sleepless Nights May Hurt School Performance of Kids With Asthma
Problems included carelessness, difficulty staying awake, study finds

May 21, 2013: Bed-Sharing Raises SIDS Risk Fivefold, Study Finds
Number of cases would drop dramatically if parents did not sleep with their babies, researchers noted

May 21, 2013: Americans Still Making Unhealthy Choices: CDC
High rates of obesity, heavy drinking, smoking and inactivity reported, but most people getting enough sleep

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: Primary Care Docs Should Play Role in Kids' Dental Health, Experts Say
Government-appointed panel says family physicians can apply fluoride to children's teeth to prevent decay

May 20, 2013: Losing Weight May Ease Chronic Heartburn
Study found shedding pounds reduced GERD symptoms among overweight, obese patients

May 20, 2013: Weekend 'Catch-Up' Sleep May Cut Young Drivers' Crash Risk
Study found 21 percent higher chance of accident among those who slept less than 6 hours a night

May 20, 2013: Living Near Major Roadways in Pregnancy Tied to Respiratory Woes in Children
Infants may have higher risk for conditions like pneumonia, study found

May 20, 2013: ADHD in Childhood May Raise Risk for Obesity in Adulthood
Study found boys with the disorder were twice as likely to have a higher body-mass index when they were men

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 20, 2013: Health Tip: Help Keep Teen Drivers Safe
Enforce basic rules

May 20, 2013: Health Tip: Help Children Eat Healthier
Set a good example

May 20, 2013: Swallowing Magnets Can Be Fatal for Children
Neodymium magnets are powerful enough to cause significant damage to digestive tract, researchers say

May 20, 2013: Sleep Apnea in Seniors Tied to Alzheimer's in Study
Connection appeared strongest among thinner people, researcher says

May 20, 2013: Latest Edition of Psychiatry's 'Bible' Launched Amid Controversy
Authors say it defines disorders more concisely; critics say it will lead to over-diagnosis and unnecessary treatments

May 19, 2013: Latest Edition of Psychiatry's 'Bible' Launched Amid Controversy
Authors say it defines disorders more concisely; critics say it will lead to over-diagnosis and unnecessary treatments

May 17, 2013: College Women More Prone to Problem Drinking Than Men: Study
Alcohol affects them differently, so safe limits are lower for women

May 17, 2013: Teen Bullies May Turn to Crime as Adults
Long-term study followed working-class British males

May 17, 2013: Gay Actors Convincing in Heterosexual Roles
Knowledge of performer's sexual orientation may not affect viewer perceptions, study finds

May 17, 2013: Age Amplifies Damage From Obesity, Study Finds
By 50, arteries stiffen, increasing risk of death from heart disease, researchers say

May 16, 2013: Adult Children of Substance Abusers More Prone to Depression
Risk rose steeply if a parent had been addicted to alcohol or drugs, study found

May 16, 2013: Living Near Fast-Food Outlets Might Boost Obesity Risk
Study of black Americans found link between having these restaurants nearby and being overweight

May 16, 2013: Anti-Gay Bullying Tied to Teen Depression, Suicide
Suicidal thoughts more likely for kids victimized over sexual orientation, research finds

May 16, 2013: 1 in 5 U.S. Kids Has a Mental Health Disorder: CDC
ADHD is most common current diagnosis in children aged 3 to 17

May 16, 2013: Most Americans Say 'No' to Smoking in Their Homes, Cars
4 out of 5 adults have household bans, but millions of people still breathe secondhand smoke, CDC says

May 16, 2013: High-Frequency Noise Boosts Math Skills in Study
But the treatment isn't ready for prime time yet, expert says

May 16, 2013: Many Public Pools Contaminated With Human Waste: CDC
Agency offers clear advice to help you avoid infections

May 16, 2013: Public Funding Spurs Couples to Seek Fertility Treatment
After Quebec mandated IVF coverage, study found change in patient demographics

May 15, 2013: Cancer Patients May Face Higher Bankruptcy Odds
Washington state study found a nearly tripled risk, with younger adults most vulnerable

May 15, 2013: Angelina Jolie Will Have Ovaries Removed to Lower Chances of Cancer: Report
Actress has already had double mastectomy due to gene linked to high risk for breast, ovarian cancer

May 15, 2013: Gene Variations May Explain Weight Gain Among Men, Women
People with specific 'polymorphisms' were more likely to put on pounds in 10-year study

May 15, 2013: Health Tip: Pay Attention to Baby's Communication
And watch for signs of delay