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News 1 in 5 U.S. kids has a mental health disorder: CDC 05/16/2013: By Brenda Goodman HealthDay Reporter

ADHD is most common current diagnosis in children aged 3 to 17
News Many public pools contaminated with human waste: CDC 05/16/2013: Agency offers clear advice to help you avoid infections
News More Than 4 in 10 U.S. Teens Text While Driving: Survey 05/06/2013: State laws banning behavior don't seem to help much, researchers find
News Who are the biggest consumers of added sugars? 05/01/2013: By Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter

Sweetened food and beverages are source of too many empty calories, experts say
News The latest diabetes report card 04/24/2013: By Serena Gordon HealthDay Reporter

But nearly half of patients aren't meeting goals for blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol
News Is smoking in movies a setback for youth tobacco prevention? 04/10/2013: Smoking scenes in youth-rated movies doubled in number between 2010 and 2012, and have returned to the same level as a decade ago.
News Many Americans skipping meds to save money, CDC says 04/09/2013: Lack of insurance coverage was key factor in patients cutting back on drugs they need
News 'Cruise Ship Virus' also sickens 1 million U.S. kids yearly 03/20/2013: By Serena Gordon HealthDay Reporter

Norovirus has overtaken rotavirus in causing gastric illness, CDC study finds
News One in 50 School-Aged Children in U.S. Has Autism: CDC 03/20/2013: By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter

Significant increase in the prevalence of the condition over the past five years, researchers say
News Many Jails Got No Flu Shots During H1N1 Outbreak: CDC 01/05/2012: Researchers want small correctional facilities included in vaccine program