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Friday, April 5, 2013

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Teen Boys With Enlarged Breasts Show Emotional Effects

Study found condition may lower general health as well

Overweight While Younger Ups Kidney Risk Later

Maintaining healthy weight until age 60 and beyond best prevention, study suggests

Fewer U.S. Teens Dying in Teen-Driver Crashes

Risky rider behavior and passenger fatalities have lessened, but texting and speeding remain deadly habits, report says

Despite Big Progress, Many Kids Have High Lead Levels in Blood

Mineral has been linked to learning and behavioral problems, CDC says

In this June 3, 2011, file photo, first lady Michelle Obama tends the White House garden in Washington, with a group of children as part of the "Let´s Move!" campaign. Michelle Obama has a new look, both in person and online, and with the president´s re-election, she has four more years as first lady, too. The first lady is trying to figure out what comes next for this self-described "mom in chief" who also is a champion of healthier eating, an advocate for military families, a fitness buff and the best-selling author of a book about her White House garden. For certain, she´ll press ahead with her well-publicized efforts to reduce childhood obesity and rally the country around its service members. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)

Michelle Obama challenges kids with lunch contest

Children from across the nation will rub elbows with Michelle Obama and dine off fine china in the East Room of the White House this summer as part of a contest to promote healthy eating.

Melanoma Rates Rising in U.S. Children

Deadly skin cancer still rare in kids, but long-term study found 2 percent yearly increase among whites

How to tell when your child is depressed

Dr. Joannie Yeh is a Pediatrician at Riddle Hospital. She discusses how to tell when a child is depressed and some of the treatments available.

Chickenpox Shot Provides Long-Term Protection, Study Finds

Effectiveness did not wane over 14 years

Repeat Births by Teen Girls Still Too High: CDC

20 percent are repeat births and these babies face health risks, agency says

Many U.S. Teens Have Poor Health Habits

Bad diet, lack of exercise raise odds for later heart disease, experts warn

Parents' Military Deployment Takes Toll on Kids, Study Finds

Binge drinking and drug use more likely

Scans May Reveal Pre-Schizophrenia Brain Changes

By identifying vulnerable children, doctors might be able to prevent the illness, study says

Expert Pitches Safety Tips for Young Baseball Players

It's a great youth sport, but beware the possible injuries, doctor advises

Teen Boys With Enlarged Breasts Show Emotional Effects

Study found condition may lower general health as well

Dental Anesthesia May Interrupt Wisdom Teeth Growth

Study finds link between numbing of lower jaw and lack of tooth buds

Mental Health Care Lacking for Kids, Advocates Say

Survey of workers, volunteers looked at community access to services for children and teens

College sports could raise players' risk for depression

Compared with former college athletes, those still in school had doubled odds, possibly due to stress, researchers say

Less Salt, More Potassium = Millions of Lives Saved

Modest dietary changes would reduce risk of stroke, heart disease, studies confirm

Less Salt, More Potassium = Millions of Lives Saved

Modest dietary changes would reduce risk of stroke, heart disease, studies confirm

Despite Big Progress, Many Kids Have High Lead Levels in Blood

Mineral has been linked to learning and behavioral problems, CDC says

Fewer U.S. Teens Dying in Teen-Driver Crashes

Risky rider behavior and passenger fatalities have lessened, but texting and speeding remain deadly habits, report says

Common Asphalt Sealant May Raise Cancer Risks

Small study looked at coal-tar sealcoat and exposure to 'PAH' chemical compound

More U.S. Couples Living Together Instead of Marrying, CDC Finds

And more women getting pregnant while cohabiting

U.S. Spends More on Dementia Care Than Heart Disease or Cancer: Study

Annual bill now tops $200 billion, largely for long-term care, researchers say

Healthy Kids blog

Pets and salmonella Q&A: How to prevent an infection

Just this year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported salmonella infection outbreaks related to pet hedgehogs, turtles, and small water frogs. Kids accounted for many of the outbreak cases. We asked experts from Penn Veterinary Medicine about how to safely handle exotic and other common pets.