Obesity declared a disease by doctors 
Obesity declared a disease by doctors
The American Medical Association voted this week to officially recognize obesity as a disease. So what does this mean?
Autism rates in children linked to pollution levels? 
Autism rates in children linked to pollution levels?
A Harvard study says what pregnant women breathe in and ingest may directly impact their child’s brain development.
How safe are materials used to treat kids’ cavities?  Featured
How safe are materials used to treat kids’ cavities?
First, silver fillings potentially caused health problems. Now, white fillings may create behavioral issues. Should we be worried again?
Pediatric patients play catch at Wrigley Field 
Pediatric patients play catch at Wrigley Field
Fifteen pediatric patients from Advocate Children’s Hospital in Illinois got a chance to spend Father’s Day on the field of dreams.
Organ donation gets boost through Facebook 
Organ donation gets boost through Facebook
Social media sites may serve as a valuable tool in public health, study finds.
Diabetes: Walk away your risk 
Diabetes: Walk away your risk
Researchers say a 15-minute walk after mealtime may prevent the onset of Type 2 diabetes in seniors.
Are parents the best fitness role models for kids? 
Are parents the best fitness role models for kids?
A new study looks at whether parents’ exercise habits affect their teen’s health.