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UrduFollowing a daylong meeting Oct. 26, the FDA authorized Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for use in children ages 5 to 11. This was the first in a series of meetings to make this vaccine available to younger children. Next, the Advisory…
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Expert available to comment on Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for kids
Dr. Ishminder Kaur Dr. Kaur is an assistant professor of pediatrics in the division of infectious diseases at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and the medical director of the pediatric antimicrobial stewardship program at UCLA Mattel Children’s…
TikTok, Snap & YouTube Face Congress Today: American University Experts Available
WHAT: Today, popular social media networks among teens, TikTok, Snapchat and YouTube, are testifying in front of Congress, with Snapchat and TikTok testifying for the first time. The popular networks are on Capitol Hill as Congress continues to investigate how…
Story Tips from Johns Hopkins Experts on COVID-19
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– Case Study Suggests Young People May Be Susceptible to Chronic Fatigue Following COVID-19
– Johns Hopkins Patient Breathes Easier After Nearly Yearlong Battle Following COVID-19
– COVID-19 Vaccine Approved for Kids 12 and Up – What to Expect
Kids gain weight when new convenience stores open nearby
A new study in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, published by Elsevier, found that changes in the food environment around low-income and high-ethnic/racial minority populations over time impact childhood obesity.
Dunkin’, March of Dimes Team Up to Bring Joy to Rush Children’s Hospital
Spider-Man made a surprise visit at Rush University Children’s Hospital on Tuesday as it celebrated “Superhero Day” to recognize the strength of young patients and their families.
Why You Should be Concerned About What Your Kids Watch During School Closures
As the COVID-19 pandemic persists, children across the country are facing social isolation. With many school districts in the U.S. choosing remote learning, students are likely to consume more mass media. You might be wondering, should parents be concerned?
Parents: Tips to reduce anxiety for kids returning to school
This fall presents a challenge for parents as their kids adjust to a school year unlike any other. Matthew McConn, chair of the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Educational Leadership at Binghamton University, State University of New York, has advice…
Kids, playgrounds, toys and sports equipment — why it is not safe during a pandemic
UAB expert Samisksha Raut, Ph.D., explains the importance of keeping kids away from playgrounds and from touching various toys and sports equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic quarantine.
UCLA pediatrician discusses how COVID-19 affects children and those around them
Parents have many questions about the dos and don’ts of keeping their kids healthy and safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Karin Nielsen, a pediatrician and professor in the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, offers…
Chiropractors Suggest Limits, Good Habits to Prevent Video Game Injuries
Taking steps to help kids prevent common gaming injuries can reduce pain today and potentially reduce the risk of long-term damage.
Kids who specialize in a single sport more than 8 months in a year are more likely to get injured.
Tracy Zaslow, MD, is the director of the Sports Concussion Program and medical director of the Sports Medicine Program at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Dr. Zaslow, a team physician for the L.A. Galaxy professional soccer team, understands the goals and…
Decoding how kids get into hacking
New research from Michigan State University is the first to identify characteristics and gender-specific behaviors in kids that could lead kids to become juvenile hackers.
Moderate to Heavy Drinking During Pregnancy Alters Genes in Newborns, Mothers
Mothers who drink moderate to high levels of alcohol during pregnancy may be changing their babies’ DNA, according to a Rutgers-led study.
Summertime Safety for Kids
Safety tips for outdoor activities, heat and sun, and water safety By Jay D’Orso, MD, Pediatrics and Internal Medicine, Western Connecticut Medical Group Ridgefield Primary Care Summary: Summer is a great time to get outside with the family, but it…