When politics trump a child’s health 
Brookline’s former child health director maintained years-long relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, sent supportive messages as crimes emerged 
Can the Mediterranean diet protect against childhood overweight and obesity?
New research shows that children who adhere to the Mediterranean diet, especially consuming nuts and vegetables, may experience lower weight...
Fluoride in drinking water? Study renews debate over impact on IQ : Shots
Most water systems in the U.S. have fluoride added to help protect residents' teeth. Some research raises concerns that, at...
Did your kid get glasses post-pandemic? Study says myopia rates are soaring around the world
New research shows the rate of myopia among children and teens worldwide has tripled over the past three decades, with...
Health experts rally for ‘call to arms’ to protect children from toxic chemicals | Children’s health
Children are suffering and dying from diseases that emerging scientific research has linked to chemical exposures, findings that require urgent...
Best & Worst States for Children’s Health Care (2025)
Keeping children healthy is as expensive as it is essential. Fortunately, around 95% of children ages 0 to 18 have...
UnitedHealth is strategically limiting access to critical treatment for kids with autism
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