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Kids can get concussions during all sorts of activities. Falling off a swing. Taking a tumble while climbing a tree. Even bumping their head on a wall while playing inside the house. Here’s what you need to know about spotting the symptoms of concussion.

Kids of every age are at risk of drowning – it’s the second leading cause of unintentional death for children younger than 14.

Sprays and repellents can help keep mosquitoes at bay – when they’re used the right way.

Parents and caregivers are being urged to take steps to help prevent falls among kids during Window Safety Week, scheduled for April 7-13.

Heaters, portable generators and other related products have sparked an increasing number of carbon monoxide-related deaths, according to a new report from the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Looking to lose weight but have little time to exercise during the workweek? You can still achieve your goal with weekend workouts, researchers say.

Thinking about getting a dog? Researchers say dogs can help boost kids’ physical activity levels – especially among young girls.

An overwhelming majority of parents think handwashing is vital to staying healthy, but many are pretty sure their kids aren’t practicing what mom and dad preach, results of a recent survey show.

Hey, college students: Are you a fan of energy drinks? They may be messing with your sleep, a new study says.

Lifting weights for as little as 30 minutes a week can lower your risk of heart disease, the American Heart Association says.