Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 09-10-2012 to 09-16-2012
Last updated on March 2nd, 2018 at 04:54 pm
Welcome to Pediatric Safety’s weekly “Child Health & Safety News Roundup”- a recap of the past week’s child health and safety news headlines from around the world.
Each day we use Twitter to communicate relevant and timely health and safety information to the parents, medical professionals and other caregivers who follow us. Occasionally we may miss something, but we think overall we’re doing a pretty good job of keeping you informed. But for our friends and colleagues who are not on Twitter (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 25 news-worthy events.
- Can my child’s lice shampoo really cause cancer? http://t.co/O01nsv7k 2012-09-16
- Snoring may affect behavior, health in kids http://t.co/eSHbziTv 2012-09-16
- Health Board Votes to Require Parental consent for Ultra-Orthadox Jewish Circumcision Ritual that may carry risk http://t.co/UN6Qwkok 2012-09-16
- Peanut allergies significantly on the rise. Parents should be on lookout for symptoms http://t.co/46hwDQRP 2012-09-15
- Whooping cough vaccine loses effectiveness too fast. Health officials considering add’l booster http://t.co/x0ltY9Vk 2012-09-15
PedSafe Headline of the Week:
First Pediatric Study to Look at the Role of Vitamin D in Critical Illness http://t.co/y1aBmqXw
- Consumer Product Safety Commission Issues Advisory On Drowning Deaths – 137 kids less than 15years old drowned this summer http://t.co/OV7eWQYN 2012-09-15
- Children’s health, access to care differ by parents’ immigrant status http://t.co/kG4AQpqz 2012-09-14
- Overweight teens don’t necessarily consume more calories than their trimmer peers http://t.co/FaGwSzhn 2012-09-14
- Which child health issues should the presidential candidates address? | National Poll on Children’s Health http://t.co/FvrJIHf6 2012-09-14
- Most GA parents recognize the severity of childhood obesity but are in denial when it comes to their own kids http://t.co/XToUuHWe 2012-09-14
- California parents with kids in private schools more likely to opt out of vaccines | http://t.co/3Hdji9OK 2012-09-14
- Pediatric Neurologist Calls Attention to Childs Risk of Concussion from Falling | http://t.co/OrAQBR0x 2012-09-14
- Put Traffic Safety on Back-to-School ‘To-Do’ List: Experts http://t.co/tPOQGi7h 2012-09-12
- Getting Your Teen Tech Ready for College: Yoursphere for Parents http://t.co/3GEPmaZH 2012-09-12
- Is Your Stress Harming Your Kids? http://t.co/B0WZ9r3s 2012-09-12
- Pediatricians’ Group Urges Flu Shot for Kids Aged 6 Months & Up http://t.co/GSLz0z3I 2012-09-11
- Baby Sleep Training Methods Safe For Infants [STUDY] http://t.co/wtJKlcCO 2012-09-11
- New and violent trends in infant abductions http://t.co/D2vjDRDj 2012-09-11
- An ADHD drug rejected for a govt subsidy because of “uncertain safety” in adults was used by more than 19,000 kids http://ow.ly/dCgoq 2012-09-11
- Top 10 Toxic Products You Don’t Need | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/7smksycm 2012-09-10
- High chairs tested for safety, convenience http://t.co/6jOFyi1W 2012-09-10
- Health Tip: Cleaning a Young Child’s Teeth – Oral care is important even for newborns. http://t.co/47eaHJjz 2012-09-10
- Children’s diet less healthy when school starts | UAE Parents pack things that are quick to prepare http://t.co/4Gbx00Nx 2012-09-10
- Signs of progress? Obesity among Philly’s kids is down http://t.co/dOU1XvPN 🙂 good way to start the week! 2012-09-10
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 09-03-2012 to 09-09-2012
Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 10:36 am
Welcome to Pediatric Safety’s weekly “Child Health & Safety News Roundup”- a recap of the past week’s child health and safety news headlines from around the world.
Each day we use Twitter to communicate relevant and timely health and safety information to the parents, medical professionals and other caregivers who follow us. Occasionally we may miss something, but we think overall we’re doing a pretty good job of keeping you informed. But for our friends and colleagues who are not on Twitter (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 10 news-worthy events.
- $100 million awarded by NIH for U.S. autism research http://t.co/462Lpw20 nice! 2012-09-08
- Obesity Linked To Learning Difficulties In Children http://t.co/W21wChnU 2012-09-07
- Put the Brakes on TV http://t.co/SjQEHw2z 2012-09-07
- What I did this summer: Stanford medical student works to improve pediatric surgical care in Tanzania http://t.co/EwyydM6p nice! 2012-09-05
PedSafe Headline of the Week:
Almost half of U.S. kids with autism bullied http://t.co/nunyZkY7 very scary statistic
- Protect Your Family from West Nile Virus | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/CIJXDitm 2012-09-05
- Are School Lunches Getting Healthier? http://t.co/4qmEGc3J 2012-09-05
- Summer Infant Baby Bathers Under Recall | http://t.co/CA3Q0KII 2012-09-04
- One third of drugs given to kids in UK are not tested on children sparking demand for probe http://t.co/MoHy5tL7 2012-09-04
- Intervention helps children with sickle cell disease complete MRI tests without sedation http://t.co/l4eLKLrF 2012-09-04
- Do They Really NEED a Back-to-School Dental Checkup? http://t.co/aQnlMXvh 2012-09-03
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 08-27-2012 to 09-02-2012
Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 10:38 am
Welcome to Pediatric Safety’s weekly “Child Health & Safety News Roundup”- a recap of the past week’s child health and safety news headlines from around the world.
Each day we use Twitter to communicate relevant and timely health and safety information to the parents, medical professionals and other caregivers who follow us. Occasionally we may miss something, but we think overall we’re doing a pretty good job of keeping you informed. But for our friends and colleagues who are not on Twitter (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 20 news-worthy events.
- New Study Examines Safety and Efficacy of Narcotics in Managing Kids’ Pain http://t.co/s256TMam 2012-08-31
- Canadian Pediatricians call for under-16 ATV ban http://t.co/BQE1WeAY thoughts??? 2012-08-31
- 10 ways to prevent your child from being overweight http://t.co/0P8qtE3K 2012-08-31
- Daily Temper Tantrums Not the Norm for Preschoolers: finding helps define when parents should be concerned http://t.co/d0p4OI5p 2012-08-31
- Easy tips to include more whole grains in your child’s diet http://t.co/shy6skiO 2012-08-31
PedSafe Headline of the Week:
Benefits of infant circumcision outweigh risks, top pediatrics group says http://t.co/T0NnkN9R
- How to Talk to Your Kids About…Strangers http://t.co/6h3Iy6dZ 2012-08-31
- Snoring Kids Should Be Screened for Sleep Apnea: latest guidelines from AAP http://t.co/yJ1LxNqS 2012-08-29
- Toxic Chemicals Hiding in Disney, Dora and Spiderman School Supplies | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/dThfmU4X 2012-08-29
- How Safe Is Your Local Drinking Water? http://t.co/9TYuZMaa #pedsafe 2012-08-29
- Is technology harming your child’s eyes? Computers, smartboards & tablets could lead to eye strain / fatigue http://t.co/750S7EQs 2012-08-28
- **FDA Health hazard alert: Recall on Red Vines black licorice http://t.co/7KyFdnOc 2012-08-28
- Child eating disorders on the rise http://t.co/Hc5xLrck hospitalizations for kids <12 has increased 112% 2012-08-28
- Baby-driven robots could help disabled children – learning to move aids child brain developt http://t.co/42sXIvC6 2 pts for tech! 2012-08-28
- Couch-Potato Kids Are Top U.S. Child Health Problem http://t.co/AqShmIKA 2012-08-28
- 4 Quick Questions About Toddler Development with Dr. Alan Greene | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/I1PoeqVT 2012-08-28
- Bill Could Banish Those Impossible Latch Anchors http://t.co/mtmSfsr3 …think it’s time for some clarity and consistency 2012-08-28
- How to pick a safe back-to-school backpack http://t.co/eLrQuj2O 2012-08-28
- The four habits that can keep your child at a healthy weight – MD Mama http://t.co/KH87JHcI Terrific article! 2012-08-27
- Answers Parents Really Need to 5 Challenging Back-to-School Questions by Dr @micheleborba http://t.co/3glDkUBN 2012-08-27
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 08-20-2012 to 08-26-2012
Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 10:41 am
Welcome to Pediatric Safety’s weekly “Child Health & Safety News Roundup”- a recap of the past week’s child health and safety news headlines from around the world.
Each day we use Twitter to communicate relevant and timely health and safety information to the parents, medical professionals and other caregivers who follow us. Occasionally we may miss something, but we think overall we’re doing a pretty good job of keeping you informed. But for our friends and colleagues who are not on Twitter (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 15 news-worthy events.
- Australia now has strict new safety standards on cars to eradicate driveway deaths http://t.co/ky2lfbHw 2012-08-26
- BBC News – Gallstone risk ‘higher among obese teenagers’ http://t.co/jOrqUEgx 2012-08-26
- Three E’s For Optimal Child Nutrition: Educate, Expose & Empower http://t.co/2zlZqIx4 2012-08-24
- Kickboard USA Scooters recalled for laceration hazard http://t.co/4UALPWQu 2012-08-24
- Cartoon stickers may sway kids’ food choices: study | Reuters http://t.co/WOOxSn9b Can Elmo make kids like apples??? 2012-08-23
PedSafe Headline of the Week:
Typical toddler behavior or ADHD? 10 signs that indicate you may want your child evaluated by a physician http://t.co/5x66uIKi
- Smoking while pregnant increases child’s risk of developing asthma: study http://t.co/0PyaShOb 2012-08-23
- Lawmakers weigh a bill that would boost the # of kids who go to school with all of their shots http://t.co/6DiagyQS 2012-08-23
- The Surprising Benefits of Peer Pressure http://t.co/D6XOwhsv #pedsafe 2012-08-22
- Ouch-free vaccines? They’re in the works http://t.co/A9UNS7o8 hmmm… interesting artile 2012-08-22
- Children With More Self Control Have Lower BMI as Adults http://t.co/RGFDRTQZ follow up to marshmallow study 30 yrs later 2012-08-21
- Vitamin fraud spurs refunds – pills contain only a fraction of DHA http://t.co/fE4h64ed 2012-08-20
- FDA Investigates Codeine Safety After 3 Children’s Deaths following use after tonsil surgery.http://t.co/3VCG5uOM 2012-08-20
- Healthy Back to School Lunches Kids Will Want to Eat http://t.co/HSk86KXy 2012-08-20
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 08-13-2012 to 08-19-2012
Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 10:41 am
Welcome to Pediatric Safety’s weekly “Child Health & Safety News Roundup”- a recap of the past week’s child health and safety news headlines from around the world.
Each day we use Twitter to communicate relevant and timely health and safety information to the parents, medical professionals and other caregivers who follow us. Occasionally we may miss something, but we think overall we’re doing a pretty good job of keeping you informed. But for our friends and colleagues who are not on Twitter (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 20 news-worthy events.
- **Bumbo Baby Seats Recalls 4 Million Baby Seats after reports of children easily slipping out of its restraint http://t.co/ED3VwrOp 2012-08-19
- Pediatric Epilepsy Treatments and Surgery | Indiana University Health – YouTube http://t.co/zUyn3zKu 2012-08-18
- Keeping allergic children healthy | short, helpful article http://t.co/Li0NRDKf 2012-08-18
- Molesters in a city near you – National Child Safety http://t.co/tKoLsqpE Pls read – scary but important! 2012-08-17
- Protecting Our Teen Athletes – ECG Screening Saves Lives http://t.co/SC44XfO6 2012-08-17
PedSafe Headline of the Week:
Back to School Online Safety Guide http://t.co/mDy0qqgA MUST READ for parents of tweens & teens
- Disabling In-App Purchases on iOS and Android Devices – Wonderful advice from Yoursphere for Parents http://t.co/7tvmLRNn 2012-08-16
- Avoiding “fever phobia” treat the kid, not the number http://t.co/sWAU6u7w great article! 2012-08-16
- Children’s snoring linked to behavioral issues – findings show importance of getting good sleep http://t.co/6HRRrAVQ 2012-08-16
- Study Links Healthy Weight in Children With Tough Snack Laws http://t.co/kJcq1EV3 2012-08-16
- Special Needs Children: The Coming Tsunami No One Will Talk About http://t.co/cFIJzcF7 if we don’t start speaking for them now… 2012-08-16
- Children’s Risk of Allergy Doubles From Same Gender Parents http://t.co/U5kdmNmj interesting study… 2012-08-16
- Min safety standards needed in Britain’s schools to cope with the rising # of children with food allergies http://t.co/CKHpG4y4 2012-08-16
- Poor oral health can mean missed school, lower grades http://t.co/uZpM3i1r 2012-08-15
- 4 Tips to Take the Stress Out of Back-To-School http://t.co/jviisOCy 2012-08-15
- Healthy Pregnancy Tips | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/fj6kBGRd 2012-08-15
- ** Truly Terrific Back to School Tips by Family Volley http://t.co/GhvKOxT7 2012-08-14
- Camping with Kids: Tips for Maintaining Safety and Sanity http://t.co/4slKBobX #culturellekids 2012-08-13
- Back-to-School Reminder: Schedule Dental Exams for Children http://t.co/iJff1wrq 2012-08-13
- Behavior therapy can dampen Tourette tics http://t.co/1wPfHGVA nice to have a potential alternative to meds 2012-08-13
Child Health & Safety News Roundup: 08-06-2012 to 08-12-2012
Last updated on March 3rd, 2018 at 10:44 am
Welcome to Pediatric Safety’s weekly “Child Health & Safety News Roundup”- a recap of the past week’s child health and safety news headlines from around the world.
Each day we use Twitter to communicate relevant and timely health and safety information to the parents, medical professionals and other caregivers who follow us. Occasionally we may miss something, but we think overall we’re doing a pretty good job of keeping you informed. But for our friends and colleagues who are not on Twitter (or who are but may have missed something), we offer you a recap of the past week’s top 25 news-worthy events.
- Child deaths from tipping furniture prompt warning http://t.co/EV83jd91 2012-08-11
- Few kids using recommended safety restraints in cars, racial and ethnic disparities reported http://t.co/rKLXd5sG 2012-08-10
- 7 kids in 4 states die after being left in cars http://t.co/71Dm3p3w sorry to share sad news but its hot out & EVERY reminder helps! PLS RT! 2012-08-10
- Violent TV Shows Keep Young Kids Awake: Study – US News and World Report http://t.co/k3l8qANX 2012-08-10
- White children get more CT scans for low-risk head trauma – not necessarily a good thing http://t.co/Zjvtl0F7 2012-08-10
PedSafe Headline of the Week:
Is Honey a Safe Treatment for Toddlers with Cough? http://t.co/A1pf1puv
- Adalimumab May be a Promising Therapy for Children with Crohn’s Disease http://t.co/JvWpPWw7 2012-08-10
- Heavy backpacks can trigger back pain http://t.co/5TvZ7miW something to remember as we bundle the kids off to school 2012-08-10
- Child Safety, One Day at a Time http://t.co/n6LYZlgC asks some tough questions about how to teach your child who to trust 2012-08-10
- New ‘Rescue’ Mobile Phone Service Launched for Worried UK Parents http://t.co/EeMKQRdd 2012-08-09
- Parents Need to Talk to Their Children about School Bus Safety at the Start of the School Year http://t.co/ytpf1rUV 2012-08-09
- Labor and Delivery Hospital Bag Packing List | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/UXp1Smjv 2012-08-09
- From concussions to heat stroke: 5 common sports related injuries in kids | Confessions of a Dr. Mom http://t.co/TT0G8kMs Pls Read & RT! 2012-08-08
- FSU focuses on social media, university updates its policies – Training for all student-athletes http://t.co/QYq4ntGe 2012-08-08
- Overcoming Shyness in Children: 6 Science-backed Strategies http://t.co/jKu1OYFN 2012-08-08
- Blogust, the Blog Relay for Good | Resourceful Mommy http://t.co/d4c5c2Pm your blog comment gets $20 donated toward a child’s vaccinations 2012-08-08
- What Should I Feed My One-Year-Old? | Healthy Child Healthy World http://t.co/AWtMKDYj 2012-08-07
- Terrific tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics on How to Keep Your Child Safe in a High Chair http://t.co/JJ35ud7d 2012-08-07
- Planning helps schools keep kids with food allergies safe http://t.co/ZKW99uwL 2012-08-06
- What You Need to Know About Car Seat Safety? Ask a Fireman! http://t.co/ti6EGhF5 2012-08-06
- 9 Internet Safety Rules to Teach Your Children | Amber Alert GPS http://t.co/FXJZfCFR 2012-08-06
- With School Days Approaching, Is Your Child’s Immunization Record Ready? http://t.co/taNFcQ1u 2012-08-06
- Tiro – Eye remedy used for promoting visual development, linked to lead poisoning, CDC warns http://t.co/ynpwzZTK 2012-08-06
- Finding a Way to Stop Bullying: A Look at the Need for Cyberbullying Laws http://t.co/dfZ7r1vv WONDERFUL post – Pls Read & RT 2012-08-06
- Google Gets It Wrong on Baby Sleep Safety http://t.co/f1K1AlzP Most info turned up by online searches on baby sleep safety is wrong 2012-08-06
