Experts stress prevention with rise in whooping cough

Doctors say those in contact with children, especially newborns, should get a booster shot.

Genetic testing doesn't spook patients, study finds

Shedding light on the risk of developing diseases such as diabetes or cancer does not tend to trigger extreme anxiety. But it also doesn't...

Feed a cold — and maybe a fever too

When children are sick, don't get too hung up on complex rules

Kids getting caffeine every day? This study says yes, and it's not such a good thing

Who's influencing your kids' eating habits?

A new study suggests that parents are fighting many other forces in trying to help their children eat healthful diets.

Kids should drink milk, even if it is chocolate

It's difficult for a child to meet his/her daily calcium and vitamin requirements without having several glasses of milk a day.

How to avoid childhood allergies

Many cases of food allergies and eczema – a skin condition marked by itchy rashes – are unavoidable. But dermatologists say...

Protect your child from iron deficiency

Studies have shown that 4 percent of 6 month olds, and 12 percent of 12 month olds are iron deficient.

Jen Weigel: Teens and heroin: A growing issue

Heroin is cheaper than ever, and easy to get. Learn how to help your kids avoid this danger.

National children's study launches

Video: The study will then follow the children and their families from before birth until age 21 to help determine how family history...

Human breast milk does the body good

Pediatric professor investigates anti-inflammatory potential of human breast milk.

Keep your teen safe behind the wheel

Studies show that parents who initially limit their teens driving privileges have fewer traffic tickets, accidents.

Teething Tablet recall

The company says adverse events have been reported.

Sign language programs for babies available in South Florida

Sign language teaches babies and toddlers to gesture before they can talk.

Put a stop to bullying

Bullying is different from playground "fights" or teasing. It's persistent and malignant.

Don't diet, bribe or beg

Parents must model good eating habits for their children.

Raisinets recalled over allergy risk

The recall only affects 'fun size' mini-bags of the treats, which are typically handed out to trick-or-treating kids.

Avoid Halloween candy hazards

Experts offer tips on how you can keep your children safe this weekend.

Binge drinking numbers rising

More than 1,700 college students ages 18-24 die each year from unintentional alcohol -related injuries and more than 5,000 underage youth...

Hopkins students design device to prevent premature births

The CervoCheck is a small ring embedded with sensors that picks up electrical signals associated with uterine contractions.