How to Dispel Your Child's Fears About the New Coronavirus

FRIDAY, Feb. 14, 2020 -- With stories about the new coronavirus outbreak flooding the media, it's easy to get scared. And if you're scared, your kids might be, too -- but they don't have to be.

Honesty and directness are key when talking to your child about this new virus, said Diane Bales, associate professor of human development and family science at the University of Georgia, in Athens.

Meds May Not Prevent Migraines in Kids

MONDAY, Feb. 10, 2020 -- Migraine drugs that might work for adults won't prevent the debilitating headaches in kids and teens, a new study shows.

A number of drugs are used to prevent migraines, but treatment of youngsters has largely been based on the results of adult studies, the international team of researchers pointed out.

1 in 4 Gets Unneeded Antibiotics at Children's Hospitals

FRIDAY, Feb. 7, 2020 -- One-quarter of kids who receive antibiotics in U.S. children's hospitals are given the drugs inappropriately, which increases the risk of antibiotic resistance, researchers say.

"Antibiotic resistance is a growing danger to everyone; however, there is limited data on children," said study co-author Dr. Jason Newland, a professor of pediatrics at Washington University in St. Louis.

Getting Active Helps Kids' Hearts, Even in the Obese

MONDAY, Dec. 23, 2019 -- Regular exercise reduces heart risk factors in overweight and obese kids, researchers report.

Their study included 175 inactive boys and girls, aged 8 to 11, who took part in afterschool programs.

TV Can Be a Good Influence on Kids' Eating Habits

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 8, 2020 -- Can television teach kids how to eat healthy?

Maybe, suggests new research. Watching cooking shows that featured healthy recipes seemed to encourage healthy eating in children, the study showed.