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ADHD Drug Study
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Kids Who Eat Too Much Candy May Become Violent
A British study finds kids who eat candy every single day may be more likely to be convicted for violent crimes when they grow up.... View Video
ER's Overflowing Due to Swine Flu
The emergency room at Cook Childrens' Hospital is normally a busy place. But never in the history of the hospital has it been like this, because of swine flu.... View Video
Child Safety Caps: Are They Childproof?
We have a warning for anyone with young children. Those child safety caps on medications in your cabinets might not work.... View Video
Study of Steroids Used to Treat Wheezing
A study finds that steroids won't help children who are wheezing because of viral infections.... View Video
Vicks VapoRub Warning
A study warns about improper use of Vick's VapoRub and products like it on babies and toddlers.... View Video
Safe Holiday Toy Buying
Experts weigh in one how to avoid a tragedy when it comes to purchasing toys for the holidays.... View Video
Robotic Pediatric IV Preparation
Pediatric IV's require special preparation because most drugs are not made for children.... View Video
New Device for Screening Eye Conditions
A red light device is helping doctors, not just opthalmologists, screen for various eye conditions in children.... View Video
Stress Level Study of Preschoolers
Preschool children may be experiencing high levels of stress.... View Video
Preschool Lunch Study
A study of brown bag lunches for preschoolers finds many are lacking proper amounts of nutrients.... View Video
Preschool Food Pyramid
The USDA has developed a food pyramid specifically for preschool aged children.... View Video
Pool Drain Safety
Tom Costello reports that thousands of pools may be shut down if they are not in compliance with a new law designed to prevent kids from drowning.... View Video
Pediatric Medication
The number of children on prescription drugs is higher than ever before.... View Video
Peanut Allergy Study
New research suggests young children may be able to be exposed to peanuts, contrary to previous reports.... View Video
New Pediatric Center
A new pediatric center helps children deal with severe learning disabilities.... View Video
Pediatric MRSA Infection Increase
The rate of pediatric MRSA infections on the head and neck increased nationwide between 2001 and 2006.... View Video
New Lead Testing Regulations
Thrift shop owners are not happy about possible new government regulations on lead-testing products which could cost the stores thousands of dollars.... View Video
Children with OCD
Children as young as four years old can be diagnosed with obsessive compulsion disorder, according to new research.... View Video
Clinic for Uninsured Children
The Frisco Cares Children's Health Clinic takes care of children with no health coverage.... View Video
Sleep Apnea in Children
Children who are extremely thin or heavy are more likely to have sleep apnea.... View Video
Kids and Fitness
The CDC has reported that 20% of children between the ages of 6-11 are overweight.... View Video
HIB Vaccine
The CDC says it's possible that parents not vaccinating their children against HIB may be the cause of recent outbreaks of the virus.... View Video
Obesity Reduced in Green Neighborhoods
Children who live in green neighborhoods are less likely to be obese.... View Video
Diabetes Friends
Two young girls became good friends when in kindergarten they both discovered they had type-1 diabetes.... View Video
Lead in Baby Clothes
With recent problems in toys coming from China, many parents are worried about what they buy for their children.... View Video
Childhood Obesity Camp
Previous studies have suggested thyroid disorders lead to obesity, but new research suggests the opposite may be true.... View Video
CDC Injuries
A new CDC report finds occupying a motor vehicle that was involved in a crash is a leading cause of death among children.... View Video
Raising Funds for Cancer Research
A young girl with a rare blood disease is using her talents to raise funds for cancer research.... View Video
Bottlefeeding Breast Milk
Children who are bottle-fed breast milk do not see the same benefit as those who are solely breastfed.... View Video
Breakfast in Class
Carol Anne Riddell reports on a program going on in New York City that has school kids eating breakfast in class.... View Video
Deteriorating Eating Habits
Healthy eating habits in preschool may deteriorate quickly once kids enter elementary school.... View Video
Overweight Children
Nearly 90% of overweight children are not diagnosed by their doctor.... View Video
Autism Detection
Researchers may have found a way to detect autism by analyzing brain waves.... View Video
Autism Vaccine Study
A new study assures certain childhood vaccines are not linked to cases of autism.... View Video
Helping Autistic Children Communicate
The Hope Technology Project is using Hewlett-Packards' new touch-smart computer to change the lives of autistic children.... View Video
Autism Saliva Test
Researchers have found a difference in the saliva of some children with autism.... View Video
Autism Service Dog
Families may now purchase specially trained dogs that help children disabled with autism.... View Video
Asthma Medication
Certain asthma medications may provide no additional benefit compared to traditional treatment.... View Video
Recommended Toys for Children with ADHD
Shopping for kids with ADHD can be challenging; but experts say the key is to play to their strengths: bring home things that are going to build their sense of confidence and ... View Video
ADHD Medication
It's rare, but a government report finds some kids on common medications to treat ADHD may experience hallucinations as a side effect.... View Video
ADHD Drug Study
Taking popular drugs to treat ADHD does not lead to genetic damage, according to a new study.... View Video
Art Lesson for Autistic Children
A world reknowned artist teaches autistic children to paint.... View Video
Sensory Room for Autistic Children
A special "sensory room" stimulates the senses of autistic patients, helping them learn when they're in the classroom.... View Video
Healthy Diet for Teen Athletes
A new eating plan encourages parents to feed their athletic children lean meats, greens, and carbs to stay in the game.... View Video
Poor Sleep Hurts Children in School
Children who snore may be more likely to have problems in school.... View Video
Uninsured Children
Nearly three percent of US children aren't covered by insurance, yet they have at least one parent who is.... View Video
Furnace Warning
Malfunctioning furnaces can be a deadly cause of carbon monoxide poisoning.... View Video
Halloween Costume Warning
Halloween costume shopping is now a bit trickier for parents who are worried about flame retardants.... View Video
Caffeine in Candy Trend
Dietitians warn against the amount of caffeine in children's candy.... View Video
Wheezing Warning
Children who wheeze when they have a common cold early in life are more likely to develop asthma.... View Video
Video Game Study
A new study shows that time spent playing video games may not actually be bad for a child's health.... View Video
Health Lessons from a Teddy Bear
Kindergartners are taught the basics of good, physical health through their teddy bears.... View Video
Reading to Combat Obesity
Could reading a book be a new treatment for childhood obesity? Duke researchers say yes, and they have the data to back their claim.... View Video
Olympic Diver with Asthma
Despite her respiratory disease, a young girl pursues her Olympic dreams.... View Video
Medicated Kids in America
American children are more medicated than kids in other countries.... View Video
Halloween Candy Warning
Halloween is fun for most candy-loving kids, but for children with food allergies the night can be extra scary.... View Video
Skin Irritant to Children’s Clothes
A special brand of children's clothing is designed especially for children with skin allergies.... View Video
School Bus Air Quality
Experts weight in on the pollution that permeates school buses.... View Video
Infant Heart Transplant
In an experimental study, researchers successfully completed three infant heart transplants using organs from babies who died from cardiovascular causes.... View Video
Online Food Allergy Tool
A new website helps parents of children with food allergies or other food restrictions make healthy choices. Doreen Gentzler reports.... View Video
Undiagnosed Vision Problems in Children
Children who have been diagnosed with learning disabilites may really suffer from an undiagnosed vision problem. It is important that parents take their children for regular v... View Video
Half of Brain Removed from Child
After having the right half of her brain removed, Jessie has embarked on a remarkable road to recovery. Once unable to move her left side, Jessie can now walk and move like ot... View Video
Children’s Activity Study
Immigrant children are less likely to exercise than those born in the U.S.... View Video
Kindergarten Math Advantage
Full-day kindergarten programs give students a math advantage over students who attend half-day programs, but that benefit disappears by third-grade.... View Video
Flu Shot Recommendation for Kids
Every parent knows it- the healthy child you drop off at the daycare or school may not be the one you pick up later.... View Video
Seizures Caused by High Fevers
Children who suffer seizures when they have high fevers do not carry an increased risk for death.... View Video
Seasonal Flu Vaccine
The FDA has approved this year's seasonal flu vaccine. The vaccine will be completely reformulated, including three new strains of the virus suspected to cause the most illnes... View Video
High Cholesterol in Children
New research shows that high-cholesterol prevention should begin as early as childhood.... View Video
Childhood Cancer Gene
Researchers have identified a gene linked to a common childhood cancer.... View Video
Effects of Carpet on Asthma
Those with severe asthma would do well to look to their carpet as the source. For one family, however, this proved more difficult than expected.... View Video
Tiki Torch Oil Warning
It may look like apple juice- but certain tiki torch oils are causing people of all ages to make a fatal mistake.... View Video
Metal Bat Controversy
Some say that metal bats are dangerous and should be banned for children's games. And now regulators in states and cities across the country are paying attention.... View Video
Benefits of Vitamins for Kids
Pediatricians are finding that kids who take vitamins and minerals like Omega-3 help them focus and also cope with food allergies. Omega-3 and other supplements are controver... View Video
Sleep Disorder Treatment
The number of children getting their tonsils removed is on the rise. It's not to treat tonsils, but sleep apnea. Children who have had their tonsils removed report better sle... View Video
Saved by Cord Blood Stem Cells
A young child, diagnosed with sickle cell disease as a child, is saved by the umbilical cells of his younger brother.... View Video
Prescription Dosage Warning
Parents are cautioned to check their prescriptions against the label their pharmacies place on their medicine.... View Video
Non-traditional Pet Warning
Families are warned against having exotic pets in homes with children under 5.... View Video
Toxins in the Classroom
Childcare centers with certain toxins can be cleansed by specialized charcoal ventilators.... View Video
Eczema
Eczema affects 20 percent of all children; this skin disease can be most troublesome in the summer weather.... View Video
Chronic Ear Infections Linked to Obesity
Chronic ear infections in childhood could affect your waistline.... View Video
Study of Vaccines and Autism
Most are in agreement that children's vaccines do not cause autism.... View Video
Vitamin D Deficiency in Kids
Pediatric experts are recommending newborns get double the amount of Vitamin D they currently receive.... View Video
Bisphenol A Report
A government panel has released what it's calling a final report on the chemical ingredient bisphenol A. Research has been done to check for possible reproductive and developm... View Video
Rodeo for the Blind
Two young, blind girls are offered the chance to live their dream: to perform in a rodeo. The girls will compete in various competitions to showcase their talents.... View Video
Rotovirus Vaccine
Early reports are showing a decrease in the fatal infant disease, rotovirus.... View Video
Recommended Vaccinations
The C-D-C's advisory committee on immunization practices has recommended two combo-vaccines that could significantly cut the number of shots children need. The panel recommend... View Video
Childhood Obesity
Dr. Nancy Snyderman reports that childhood obesity is not only a concern in the United States....it is also a problem in China. In fact, the number of obese children has risen... View Video
Allergies to Vaccines
Researchers have developed a way to safely vaccinate children who have allergies to vaccines.... View Video
Green Goes with Everything, Pt. 2
This is part two of five in a series about household cleaning products and health in the home.... View Video
Green Goes with Everything, Pt. 1
This is part one of five in a series about household cleaning products and health in the home.... View Video
Protection Against Asthma
Sending infants to daycare appears to give them added protection against asthma.... View Video
Contaminated Milk
Adrian Mong reports contaminated milk has sickened thousands of children in China.... View Video
School Beverages
The second School Beverage Guidelines report has been released, and it appears the number of calorie-ridden beverages in schools is dropping fast.... View Video
Reattached Hand
A young girl's hand is reattached after a terrible accident with a jump rope.... View Video
MCAD Testing
Twenty-five percent of children with M-Cad, a fatty acid oxidation disorder, die from their first illness.... View Video
Brain Tumor
A new study identifies a brain pathway involved in the develop of pediatric brain cancer.... View Video
Whooping Cough
Cases of whooping cough in children are rising each year, raising concerns about adults' health. A new vaccine is available to boost immunization in older Americans.... View Video
Vaccination Concerns
Some parents are concerned that vaccinating their children may lead to autism. Others, however, are not so sure.... View Video
The Lighter Weigh
A doctor has developed an easy-to-follow guide for children to eat better and avoid obesity.... View Video
Swimming
Many parents are discovering the numerous benifits of enrolling their children in swim lessons while still very young. Swimming can even aid a child's physical development dur... View Video
Splenectomy
A new surgery the removes the spleen through the belly button leaves no scars and is gaining popularity. Dr. Sanjeev Dutta at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital is the first D... View Video
REM Sleep
Not getting enough sleep could be adding pounds to the waistlines of kids and teens.... View Video
Vitamin D Deficiency in Kids
Studies show kids are not getting the bone-building vitamin D that they need.... View Video
Allergy Free Grocery Store
A new grocery store offers parents detailed listings of what is or is not in the products for sale; a great relief for parents of allergy-stricken children.... View Video
Mother Saved by Girl Calling 911
A young girl saves her mother three times by dialing 911 and knowing her information.... View Video
Bunk Bed Dangers
Although fun, bunk beds can be dangerous to children if proper safety measures aren't put in place first.... View Video
Clean Classroom
Keeping the classroom clean can prevent student's from missing school due to illness.... View Video
Kids and Cold Medicine
Telling your child their medicine is "candy" can be a fatal mistake.... View Video
Kids Cholesterol
Cholesterol can be hereditary, but kids can do something to make sure bad cholesterol doesn't haunt them later.... View Video
Pediatric Cancer
Doctors are studying childhood cancer to see in what regions it is most commonly found.... View Video
Not Enough Milk
Kids seem to be getting too much sugar and not enough milk, according to a new study.... View Video
Co-Sleeping
Parents who let their children sleep with them are not likely to get a good night's sleep.... View Video
Kids Number One Snack
Fruits and veggies have finally ousted the cookie as the number one snack among kids.... View Video
Birthday Associated with Diabetes Risk
Children's birthdays could determine if they are at risk of developing type 1 diabetes.... View Video
Tooth Grinding
Studies seem to show that children who grind their teeth at night perform poorly in school.... View Video
Children’s Risk for Severe Allergies
Children who live near major highways may be at risk for more severe allergies.... View Video
Kids Blood Pressure
Studies show the risk of high blood pressure later in life can be detected as early as childhood.... View Video
Importance of Sleep for Kids
Kids that get enough sleep at night perform better in school and socially.... View Video
Effect on Earnings of Families with Autistic Children
Parents with autistic children are more likely to face adversity and difficult decisions in the workplace. A new study finds families with an autistic child earn 14-percent ... View Video
Autism
Robert Bazell reports on autism, the myserious disorder that leaves children unable to have normal social interactions. Researchers have been trying to learn more about the c... View Video
Beneficial Bacteria
Children who carry the bacteria for a common stomach bug may be protected against asthma.... View Video
Bully Effect
People who are bullied are at risk for several health problems, but new research finds that the bullies may be worse off.... View Video
Weight Gain of Children in Child Care
Children who are cared for by someone other than their parents may gain more weight.... View Video
Hot Car Death Prevention
Lindsay Wilcox reports on a device designed to prevent children being left in hot cars. Baby Alert International claims there are about 35 hot car deaths a year in the US.... View Video
Childhood Obesity
Tom Costello reports on a new study regarding childhood obesity and exercise.... View Video
Crypto
Dallas County, Texas officials are looking into the possibility a young girl may have died because of a waterborne parasite. A number of pools have been shut down to be hyper... View Video
Diabetes Camp
Camp Aurora is a place where diabetic kids can meet others with the same condition.... View Video
Asthma Camp
A summer camp for asthmatic children helps them cope with their disease. Camp Asthmacadabra was founded out of tragedy; but the results over the past decade have been inspiri... View Video
Hot Playgrounds
Extremely hot playground equipment can be extremely harmful to young children. Temperatures reach as high as 166 degrees and can cause serious second degree burns.... View Video
Video Doctor Visit
New technology allows patients to video chat with their doctor, avoiding the annoying visits.... View Video
Riptide Safety
When visiting the beach, swimmers must be cautious of deadly riptides. Knowing what to do when caught in a riptide is vital for the swimmer's safety.... View Video
Secondhand TV
Second hand smoke can be just as dangerous as lighting up; now new research suggests the same may be true for TV!... View Video
Summer Nutrition
Research shows kids tend to gain weight during the summer as the eating schedule provided by school fades away, and hot dogs and ice cream fill the shelves.... View Video
Toy Safety Bill
A new bill on toy safety will be passed, creating new safe measures for children. Among the new safety measures: stricter limits on lead and testing of toys before they hit t... View Video
Whooping Cough
Denton County's seen a surge of whooping cough cases this year --132 so far -- more than in all of 2007. Five of the cases have been among infants. Tarrant and Dallas county ... View Video
ADHD Heart Test
Doctors are unsure whether ADHD medication causes heart problems or that heart problems cause ADHD.... View Video
Allergy Gene
Researchers have found microscopic cells responsible for allergic reactions. Called Mast Cells, they start a chain reaction of symptoms when triggered.... View Video
Back to School Anxiety
Doctors say it's normal for children to have back to school anxiety; but prolonged anxiety could be a sign of something more serious.... View Video
Best Lunch Bag
A study of children's lunch bags reveals certain features parents should keep an eye out for when getting their kids ready for the new school year.... View Video
Green Goes with Everything, Pt. 3
This is part three of five in a series about household cleaning products and health in the home.... View Video
BPA
Robert Bazell reports on more evidence that some of those millions of plastic bottles we use everyday could be hazardous to our health.... View Video
Indoor Air
The quality of the air in your home may matter more to your health than outdoor air.... View Video
Innercity Asthma
Doctors warn that stress from living in busy and dangerous innercity environments may lead some children to develop asthma.... View Video
Kids Meals
Jinah Kim reports the Center for Science in the Public Interest has reviewed the nutritional quality of kids meals at more than a dozen popular resteraunt chains. They found m... View Video
Measles
The Center for Disease Control reported a significant spike in measles cases in the U.S. Robert Bazell reports on what this says about parents, vaccinations, and fears about a... View Video
MMR Vaccine
For the past decade, it has been thought that children vaccinated with the measels vaccine were at risk for autism. But new research may prove otherwise.... View Video
Pediatric Blood Pressure
The American Heart Association now recommends some children wear portable blood pressure monitors to help catch the condition early.... View Video
Pediatric Cholesterol
Researchers say a major change in lifestyle needs to happen in order to stop high cholesterol during childhood.... View Video
Breakfast Cereal
Kevin Tibbles reports on a study regarding the amount of sugar in the cereal that you give your children.... View Video
Childhood Asthma Link
Many cases of adult-onset asthma can be linked to symptoms that began in childhood.... View Video
Childhood Diabetes
Maria Menounos reports on childhood diabetes, as one in three children born today will get the disease someday.... View Video
Cold Medicine
Robert Bazell reports on at what age should children get cough and cold medicines...and if they are safe and effective.... View Video
Cough Medicine Labels
FDA standards for children and cold medicine has been updated and enforced by pharmacutical companies.... View Video
Green Goes with Everything, Pt. 4
This is part four of five in a series about household cleaning products and health in the home.... View Video
Green Goes with Everything, Pt. 5
This is part five of five in a series about household cleaning products and health in the home.... View Video
Kids Cough Medicines
Dr. Nancy Snyderman speaks with Meredith Vieira on new information about giving cough medicine to small children.... View Video
Kids Flu Shots
A new study suggests giving flu shots to kids under the age of five may not prevent hospilizations or doctor visits for the flu.... View Video
Ecoli Cases
Health departments find that sporadic cases of ecoli are not uncommon in schools.... View Video
Height Therapy
Dr. Nancy Snyderman reports on a new study for treating exceptionally short children with a growth hormone.... View Video
Salmonella Outbreak
An outbreak of salmonella in several preschools is leaving concerned parents and school leaders scratcing their heads as to how it got there.... View Video
Sick Kids
Noroviruses are fairly common but highly contagious; it's an unpleasent bug that finds its way quickly through schools all over the country.... View Video
YMCA Fights Obesity
One YMCA is using everything from cycles to Nintendo Wii systems to help patrons lose weight and stay healthy.... View Video