How Bad Are Sweets for Your Kids?

How Bad Are Sweets for Your Kids?

Sweet treats. It’s tempting for parents and caregivers to reward good behavior with them. And for…

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Surgeon general calls for health warnings on social media for younger users

Surgeon general calls for health warnings on social media for younger users

The U.S. surgeon general called on Monday for social media platforms to include health warnings for…

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Social Media Bans Could Deny Teenagers Mental Health Help

Social Media Bans Could Deny Teenagers Mental Health Help

Daniel Chang Illustration by Oona Tempest Social media’s effects on the mental health of young people…

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August Is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month at Prevent Blindness

August Is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month at Prevent Blindness

(PRESS RELEASE) CHICAGO — Prevent Blindness, the nation’s leading volunteer eye health and safety nonprofit organization,…

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Harris’ old healthcare battles signal fights ahead if she wins

Harris’ old healthcare battles signal fights ahead if she wins

When Kamala Harris was California’s top prosecutor, she was concerned that mergers among hospitals, physician groups…

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The latest CDC look at the youth mental health crisis still shows a grim picture : Shots

The latest CDC look at the youth mental health crisis still shows a grim picture : Shots

The latest Youth Risk Behavior Survey found high rates of suicidal thoughts and experiences of sexual…

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