7 million kids live with loaded unlocked guns
#GunSafety #ChildHealthA study finds 32 million U.S. children live in homes with firearms; nearly 7 million have a loaded, unlocked gun accessible. Safe storage reduces suicide risk threefold, yet 21% of gun-owning parents store weapons unsafely. read more
Pediatricians Urge Schools to Protect Daily Recess
#RecessMatters #ChildHealthThe American Academy of Pediatrics urges schools to protect recess, citing benefits for mental, physical, and academic health. New guidance warns against withholding breaks as punishment, as recess has declined for years, harming children’s well-being. read more
Flu B Surge Threatens Children as Deaths Rise
#FluSeason #ChildHealthFive more child flu deaths raise the U.S. season total to 71. About 90% of these children were not fully vaccinated. Doctors warn of a rising influenza B surge, which is particularly severe in young patients. read more
New Flu Strain Puts Children at High Risk
#FluSeason #ChildHealthA new flu strain, influenza B, is rising across the US and is more severe for children, causing seizures and gastrointestinal issues. At least 60 children have died this season, with 90% unvaccinated. read more
Flu Hospitalizations Surge in Children Amid Decrease in Vaccinations
#FluSeason #ChildHealthThe hospitalization rate for children due to the flu has surged by 145% this year, with 86 child flu-related deaths reported. Experts are concerned about this severe flu season, and the decline in child flu vaccinations may be a factor. read more
Tragic Death of 9-Year-Old Girl Highlights Flu Season Importance
#FluSeason #ChildHealthA 9-year-old North Carolina girl dies from flu complications amid a spike in cases across the US. Madeline Vernon woke up with a high fever before passing away, leaving her family devastated. Health officials emphasize the importance of getting flu vaccines. read more
Report Links High Fluoride Levels in Water to Lower IQ
#FluorideInWater #ChildHealthExposure to high levels of fluoride in drinking water has been linked to lower IQ in children, a federal agency concluded. While fluoride strengthens teeth, excess exposure can pose neurological risks. Questions arise on how to protect affected populations. read more