Moms' use of 'snus' tobacco linked to higher blood pressure in kids
Oct 16, 2019
Children exposed to nicotine because their mothers used a type of smokeless, powdered tobacco while pregnant saw increased blood pressure by age 6, a study says.
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High triglycerides caused a diet change – at age 10
Oct 9, 2019
A diagnosis of high triglycerides forced this Washington, D.C., preteen to dramatically change her diet to get cholesterol under control.
Adopted baby's unexpected heart problem brought unexpected joy
Sep 20, 2019
The Zoog family wanted to adopt a baby from China with a special need – except a heart problem. But that's exactly what their daughter had.
What should your baby or child be drinking? Health groups now agree
Sep 18, 2019
Experts set common guidelines that emphasize the benefits of milk and water and the need to avoid sweetened products – including most plant-based milks.
Meet the innovator reaching those considered unreachable
Sep 9, 2019
Cherie Craft's two-generation approach toward education, family support and community engagement is Smart from the Start.
Time with grandkids could boost health – even lifespan
Aug 30, 2019
Quality is just as important as quantity when it comes to the health effects of spending time with grandkids, according to research.
Understanding the connection between poverty, childhood trauma and heart disease
Aug 27, 2019
A study zooms in on low-income adults and finds higher rates of cardiovascular risk among those who had difficult childhoods.
Treatment for childhood cancer increases risk of heart disease
Aug 26, 2019
Childhood cancer survivors are at heightened risk of developing heart disease compared to their peers without cancer, new research finds.
Amid an 'epidemic' of school vaping, a search for solutions
Aug 16, 2019
Making people aware of the e-cigarette problem, the health risks and even what the devices look like is just a starting point, tobacco opponents say.
A healthier granola bar for kids' lunchboxes
Aug 15, 2019
Looking for a healthy treat to pack in your kid's lunch? The homemade berry nuts granola bar can be sweet and nutritious at the same time.