#child-health

#child-health

The author's daughter was classified as 'wasted' due to malnutrition, despite displaying physical health and hitting developmental milestones.

Ultra-processed foods are a target of parental guilt, but marketing and regulation might be the real issues.

Parents need to understand high fever thresholds to determine when to seek medical care for their children.

Choosing an older pediatrician may offer valuable experience and wisdom, according to retired pediatrician Dr. Flo Rosen.

Parents are seeking ways to improve their children's immunity to combat frequent illnesses this school year.

Using a humidifier helps alleviate respiratory issues in children during winter months due to dry indoor air.

Maintaining indoor humidity levels between 30% and 50% ensures better overall respiratory health.

Parents should be aware of common health misconceptions affecting children, emphasizing the need for correct information on dental care, illness diagnosis, and sexual education.

Logan Murphy suffered a fatal cardiac arrest after a prolonged wait for assessment in a hospital, despite urgent referral by a GP.

A concern has emerged regarding unnecessary surgeries performed on children in hospitals, raising fears among parents about the wellbeing of their children.

Health concerns prompt removal of certain artificial food dyes from the U.S. food supply.

West Virginia bans nine food additives linked to health issues, aiming for improved public health by 2028.

Artificial food colorings may affect children's health and development, particularly linked to ADHD.

The FDA announces phase-out of eight synthetic food dyes, prioritizing health and transitioning to natural alternatives.

The Trump administration plans to phase out synthetic dyes in food as part of a broader health initiative.

Sugar-free slushies with glycerol pose serious health risks to children under four.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. aims to improve nutrition and life expectancy in America, focusing on children’s health.

Many popular baby food pouches fail to meet essential nutritional standards, misguiding parents with misleading marketing.

Sugary drinks significantly harm dental health due to high sugar content and acid exposure.

Frequent consumption of sugar and acid-rich beverages increases the risk of tooth decay.

Over three million children died from antibiotic-resistant infections in 2022, highlighting the urgent need for strategies to combat antimicrobial resistance.