Tonsil surgery complications cited in child’s death 
Tonsil surgery complications cited in child’s death
A 13-year-old who underwent a routine tonsil surgery is now brain dead. Here’s what one expert says every parent should know.
3 risk factors for childhood obesity 
3 risk factors for childhood obesity
A new study identifies how parents can reduce these risks by setting a better example and introducing healthy habits.
Fast food not to blame for overweight kids 
Fast food not to blame for overweight kids
When it comes to childhood obesity, find out what new research says contributes most.
Cough syrup abuse on the rise  Featured
Cough syrup abuse on the rise
Learn more about how kids are abusing drugs in your medicine cabinet.
Hospitals implement visitor restrictions for flu prevention 
Hospitals implement visitor restrictions for flu prevention
As the flu becomes more widespread, hospitals throughout the nation are taking extra precautions.
Depression risk greater for ‘underweight’ teen boys 
Depression risk greater for ‘underweight’ teen boys
Two studies find that when male teens perceive themselves as too skinny, self-esteem takes a hit.
Medicine safety caps not so ‘childproof’ 
Medicine safety caps not so ‘childproof’
An alarming study shows that it’s pretty easy for kids—even toddlers— to get into medicine bottles.