Percent of American girls who had gotten at least the first of the recommended three vaccine shots for the human papillomavirus, or HPV, a sexually transmitted virus that causes genital warts and cervical cancer. Only one-third had received all three doses by 2010, according to the CDC. Why isn't it catching on? The vaccine is [...]
Most people have their blood pressure measured once a year during their checkup, but the doctor’s office might not be the best place to get an accurate diagnosis of hypertension. Many patients get nervous or even agitated when visiting the doctor, which can lead to “white coat hypertension” — a temporarily elevated reading at the [...]
Percent of U.S. adults projected to be obese by 2030, if current trends continue — that's 65 million more obese people than in 2010 — according to a new study. The health impact would be dire: 6 to 8.5 million more people with diabetes; 5.7 to 7.3 million more cases of heart disease and stroke; [...]
For those of you who have been keeping track, Botox, the symbol of vanity and Bravo’s Real Housewives, actually has a variety of medical uses: it’s government-approved to treat chronic migraines, muscle problems, underarm sweating and a number of other conditions. Now add to that, urinary incontinence.
With a 3-year-old and a 6-year-old at home, Jaclyn McClymonds had at least two good reasons — Joel and Jayla — to want to schedule the delivery of her third child. A charter-school teacher, she was also nervous about juggling a baby plus two little ones and returning to work in time for the school year [...]
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Is violence a virus? The literal answer is no, but the metaphor offers important insight into stopping the epidemic.
In a new report investigating adverse events caused by vaccines, a panel of experts says there are relatively few health problems caused by the most commonly recommended immunizations, which public health experts advise that all children receive.
It might seem like preschool is all about naps and playtime, but the latest research shows that early classroom experiences can have a major impact on later learning and academic performance, especially when it comes to language.
Poor Maggie. She’s an overweight 14-year-old character in a children’s book that’s not even due to be released until October, and already she’s stirring up controversy.
