Children's Health


Hope for Pediatric Cancer Patients

The National Cancer Institute reports that cancer death rates for children have declined by nearly 70 percent over the past 40 years.

September 23, 2015 / 3 min read


Electronic Cigarettes Banned in National Parks

Don’t fire up electronic cigarettes in national parks. The National Park Service has banned the use of electronic or vapor cigarettes in its more than...

September 21, 2015 / 2 min read


News Roundup: Majority of Children Are Vaccinated;...

Childhood vaccination rates are either up or stable — depending on the region of the country — and a sizable majority of U.S. parents are...

September 18, 2015 / 3 min read


Packing to Prevent Back Pain

As if parents of school-aged kids didn’t have enough to worry about as the new school year gets underway, now the American Academy of Orthopaedic...

September 16, 2015 / 2 min read


7 Child Passenger Safety Tips (Infographic)

Every year, car accidents kill or seriously injure thousands of children in the U.S. What’s more, car crashes rank as a leading cause of death...

September 9, 2015 / 3 min read


Health Officials: Back-to-School Hand-Washing Tips (Infographic)

Is your family settling into back-to-school routines with new classes, teachers and after-school activities? Here’s an extra bit of homework: Teach your kids to keep...

August 31, 2015 / 2 min read


Health & Safety Tips for College Students

Do you have a college-bound student in your household? You’re not alone. College attendance has spiked, with 20.2 million students planning to attend colleges and...

August 26, 2015 / 3 min read


Watch Now: Protecting Young Eyes

South Florida’s summer sun means countless hours outdoors for children and teens. While many heed the advice to wear sunblock to protect their skin from...

August 25, 2015 / 2 min read


Back-to-School Safety Checklist

Today is the first day of the 2015-2016 school year for many families. Parents and their kids have readied backpacks, double-checked schedules and bought some,...

August 24, 2015 / 2 min read


Back-to-School Dinner Recipe: Caramelized Chicken Cutlets With...

When school is in session, easy dinners and quick breakfasts are essential for staying on a tight schedule and making school days easier. Easy meals...

August 19, 2015 / 2 min read