Children's Health

Education 16 mins ago

NYC elementary school blasted for teaching 'gender identity' course to kindergarteners

An elementary school in New York released a course description for a kindergarten class on "gender identity," which recently went viral online.

Opinion 2 days ago

I wanted an abortion. But then I made a friend who saved my baby

Many women feel alone during pregnancy. The Human Coalition clinic listened to my worries and needs and helped prepare me for my baby. They also gave another gift -- friendship.

Health 4 days ago

Teen’s sudden death from peanut allergy leads to dramatic family decision

A family in Wisconsin is mourning the loss of their teenage daughter after she died from an allergic reaction — but they have found comfort in the lives saved through organ donation.

Children's Health 6 days ago

Catholic school collecting kids pajama donations; clean PJs can promote better sleep, expert says

A Catholic academy in Queens, New York, is collecting pajama donations for local children living in shelters through the month of November to provide them with a sense of security.

Health November 18

RFK Jr. says kids 'swimming' in 'poisonous' foods as Dr. Marc Siegel calls out ‘sick care system’

After Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.'s nomination to lead the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Dr. Marc Siegel speaks about RFK's plans to fight ultraprocessed foods.

Stop Smoking November 17

Some online vape sellers don't comply with regulations to prevent sales to minors, study finds

A UC San Diego study found that online e-cigarette retailers are not sticking to regulations on shipping and flavor restrictions. Researchers and experts discuss the concerning findings.

Health November 13

Autism risk could rise with air pollution, new study suggests

Autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental disorders could be triggered by air pollution, a new study suggests. Researchers and other experts speak about the potential risk.

Politics November 13

Trump HHS could reverse Biden-Harris policies on gender treatments for minors

President-elect Donald Trump said last year he plans to block federal agency programs that support "gender-affirming" care, aiming to reduce availability of such services for minors nationwide.

Cold and Flu November 13

Bird flu leaves teen in critical condition after country's first reported case

A teenager has been left in critical condition after contracting the first presumptive human case of avian influenza in Canada. Expert Sam Scarpino discusses the health risk and potential for spread.

Iraq November 11

Iraq law could lower a girl’s age of consent as an adult from 18 to 9: it ‘legalizes child rape’

The law is going to a second vote by the country's government, but it has opposition from youth activist groups and from 215 women parliamentary members.