Children and families in danger due to closure of pediatric unit... The administration of Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center (CHMC) decides to close operations in the pediatric area and lay off 82 workers
Deaths in ICE custody increase during the Trump administration... New report highlights the risks faced by immigrants in ICE centers
Deaths in ICE Custody Reach Highest Level in Decades; one death is reported every 9 days: HRW... "People are dying at the highest rate in many years," said Brian Root, senior adviser at Human Rights Watch.
Cases of tetanus are increasing, it is a rare but dangerous disease... Initial symptoms, which usually begin several days or weeks later, include jaw stiffness, neck pain, and difficulty swallowing.
Early use of social media can lead to substance experimentation, experts warn... Study indicates that social networks are saturated with substance-related advertisements, increasing the risk of experimentation among adolescents
Stress and night eating: a harmful link for digestive health... Changes in diet and circadian rhythms can alter gastrointestinal health, impacting hormonal regulation and gut-brain communication.
Apple revolutionizes child safety with new features presented at WWDC 2026... New Apple tools allow you to manage applications, websites and communications from minors with a gradual family approval system
Lack of sleep has a big impact on teenagers, and screens are one of the causes... Lack of sleep, especially in adolescents, can negatively impact their cognitive development, emotional regulation, and mental health.
How to address childhood obesity to not stigmatize or generate traumas... Modifying the diet of only one child is ineffective; the change must include all household members
Study reveals the increase in food allergies in children... Food allergies are multifactorial, influenced by genetics, environment, and other factors
Be careful when giving antibiotics to children... Experts suggest that the risks of adverse reactions should be considered when prescribing antibiotics
Measles outbreak in South Carolina surpasses Texas outbreak, reaching nearly 800 cases... 89 new cases have been documented. Currently, 557 people are under quarantine due to the spread of the virus
Flu vaccine: where to get it for free in the U.S. and why it's key this year... The flu vaccine is free for millions of people in the U.S. With new strains circulating, immunization is key. Where to get it for free.
Academy of Pediatrics sues the US Government for millionaire cuts to child health programs... The organization went to court to stop the cancellation of nearly $12 million in federal funds earmarked for pediatric programs
Almost half of transgender and gender diverse young people report suicidal thoughts, with prevalence in North America... The stigma associated with gender identity, along with social marginalization, contributes to greater vulnerability in this population
At what age should the first smartphone arrive? A study reveals worrying signs... A study with data from more than 10,000 teenagers indicates that the age at which a first mobile phone arrives makes significant differences in health
Pennsylvania demands protection for immigrant children and families from Trump's threats... They have endured devastating circumstances since Donald Trump's mass deportation agenda began in January 2025
Pennsylvania demands protection for immigrant children and families from Trump's threats... They have endured devastating circumstances since Donald Trump's mass deportation agenda began in January 2025
American health system leaves vaccines against COVID-19 up to individual choice... Public health experts expressed concern about the lack of recommendations, which could lead to confusion among the population
Increase risk of COVID-19 in the community... It is still unknown if insurers will pay for the updated coronavirus vaccines this year
Who is Joseph Ladapo, the Florida health chief who ordered end with mandatory vaccines... Florida surgeon general announced the state will end vaccination requirements even for schoolchildren
