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High Viral Loads Make Kids ‘Silent Spreaders’ of COVID-19
- August 20, 2020
THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2020 (HealthDay News) — The largest study of its kind finds that children can carry exceedingly high amounts of the new coronavirus, even in the absence of symptoms. Researchers say that could make them ideal “silent spreaders” … read more
Clotting Tied to COVID-19 May Harm the Placenta
- May 27, 2020
WEDNESDAY, May 27, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Women who had COVID-19 while pregnant showed evidence of placental injury, suggesting a new complication of the illness, researchers say. The good news from the small study of 16 women is that “most … read more
‘Kangaroo Care’ Has Big Health Benefits For Preemies
- May 25, 2020
MONDAY, May 25, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Skin-to-skin contact between parents and babies — often called “kangaroo care” — provides major benefits to preemies’ hearts and brains, Australian researchers say. They assessed 40 babies born about 10 weeks early with … read more
Babies Are Spared Severe COVID-19 Symptoms
- March 16, 2020
MONDAY, March 16, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Infants can become infected with the new coronavirus, but their bouts with COVID-19 appear to be milder than those of older folks and people with chronic health problems, experts say. Doctors in China … read more
Sleepless Babies May Face Emotional Troubles as Kids
- March 10, 2020
TUESDAY, March 10, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Infants with chronic serious sleep problems may be at increased risk for anxiety and emotional disorders later in childhood, according to a new study from Australia. “Persistent disturbed sleep during infancy may be … read more
Secrets to Soothing a Cranky Baby Safely
- September 5, 2019
THURSDAY, Sept. 5, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Trying to calm a cranky baby can be stressful for parents, but the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has an important caution about what not to do. Don’t place baby in a so-called … read more
How to Protect Your Baby Against Eczema
- August 22, 2019
THURSDAY, Aug. 22, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Using a rich moisturizer, even an inexpensive one like petroleum jelly, is one part of keeping eczema under control. Now researchers have found that this skin care step can keep many newborns at … read more
How to Protect Your Baby From Unsafe Products
- July 24, 2019
WEDNESDAY, July 24, 2019 (HealthDay News) — In an average year, close to 70,000 children under age 5 go to the emergency department because of injuries from common nursery items, according to the journal Pediatrics. About 90% of these injuries … read more
How to Soothe Baby’s Teething Pain Safely
- May 9, 2019
THURSDAY, May 9, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Few things are as distressing as baby’s cries when his or her first teeth are coming in, but it’s important to know what not to use to soothe that pain. Over the years, … read more
How to Protect Your Child From Choking
- May 6, 2019
MONDAY, May 6, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Eating solid foods is a milestone in your child’s life. With the right precautions to reduce the risk of choking, you can make this a safe transition. Teach children to sit up straight … read more