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Doctors warned about flu shot brand for children

Aug 06, 2010 @ 12:51 PM

ATLANTA — A government panel is recommending doctors steer clear of giving one brand of flu vaccine to young children this year because of problems with it in Australia and New Zealand.

Children should be monitored early for visual problems

Aug 06, 2010 @ 12:47 PM

HOUSTON, Texas – Being able to see clearly is a very important part of learning development. Parents and teachers of early elementary school children should watch for silent warning signs of visual problems, said a pediatric ophthalmologist from Baylor College of Medicine.

Fewer hungry children getting free summer meals

Jun 29, 2010 @ 10:44 AM

WASHINGTON — Hungry children looking for a free meal this summer may not be able to find one.

Survey seeks keys to reducing pediatric diagnostic errors

Jun 22, 2010 @ 10:46 AM

HOUSTON — Electronic medical records, better follow-up care and more collaboration with patients and their families would help pediatricians avoid errors in diagnosing illnesses, said pediatricians surveyed as part of research led by Baylor College of Medicine and the Houston Veterans Affairs Health Services Research and Development Center of Excellence.

Study: Teens not the worst text-driving culprits

Jun 21, 2010 @ 01:30 PM

SAN FRANCISCO — If you’re about to warn your teenager about the dangers of texting or talking on the phone while driving, a new report suggests you look in the mirror first.

States require PE, but amount varies

Jun 02, 2010 @ 11:45 AM

WASHINGTON — More states are requiring physical education for elementary, middle and high school students, though few require kids to exercise for a specific amount of time.


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  • Federal regulators: ‘Female Viagra’ pill falls short
    Jun 16, 2010 @ 01:06 PM

    WASHINGTON — The first pill designed to boost the female sex drive failed to make a significant impact on libido in two studies, federal health regulators said, though some women did report slightly more sexually satisfying experiences.

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For kids and teens

  • Doctors warned about flu shot brand for children
    Aug 06, 2010 @ 12:51 PM

    ATLANTA — A government panel is recommending doctors steer clear of giving one brand of flu vaccine to young children this year because of problems with it in Australia and New Zealand.

  • Children should be monitored early for visual problems
    Aug 06, 2010 @ 12:47 PM

    HOUSTON, Texas – Being able to see clearly is a very important part of learning development. Parents and teachers of early elementary school children should watch for silent warning signs of visual problems, said a pediatric ophthalmologist from Baylor College of Medicine.

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  • Cardiologist joins Rockford Health System
    Aug 19, 2010 @ 07:50 AM

    ROCKFORD — Dr. Nicolai Mejevoi, an interventional cardiologist with 20 years’ experience, has joined the Heart and Vascular Center at Rockford Health System.

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  • Rockford walking group provides motivation for exercise
    Jul 26, 2010 @ 01:42 PM

    ROCKFORD — They walk and, of course, they talk. And the BXtreme Steppers provide each other with the motivation to stick to a regular fitness program. It’s been that way for almost three years for some members of the power walking group that meets with certified fitness trainer Nicole Bryant at 5 p.m. on Tuesdays on the walking path near the Dahlquist Park tennis courts.

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