Scan may identify best candidates for fetal spina bifida surgery
A blockage of the fluid inside the brain’s ventricles can result in a life-threatening buildup of pressure inside the brain....
Disaster Aftereffects May Linger for Children
Pregnancy Intervals May Affect Autism Risk, Study Suggests
ADHD May Mask Autism in Young Kids
Progress made but more to be done to ensure all children are born free of HIV & syphilis in Asia-Pacific: UN
Coal Ash Contains High Levels of Radioactivity: Study
Peer Pressure May Have a Silver Lining
Major Study Calls for Even Tighter Control of High Blood Pressure
Alcohol, tobacco, and prescription drug use by teens declines; Level of youth with major depressive episodes remains high
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) latest National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) report shows progress in reducing some forms of substance use – especially among adolescents. Substance use levels in many...
Landmark NIH study shows intensive blood pressure management may save lives
More intensive management of high blood pressure, below a commonly recommended blood pressure target, significantly reduces rates of cardiovascular disease, and lowers risk of death in a group of adults 50 years and older with high blood pressure....
