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Dallas – Parents should enforce “zero tolerance” when it comes to their children being exposed to secondhand cigarette smoke, which can damage their heart and respiratory health, according to a recent scientific statement published by the American Heart Association.
Los Angeles – Many parents may be following outdated recommendations when caring for a child who has a concussion, potentially making the symptoms worse, according to the results of a survey commissioned by UCLA Health.
Fort Washington, PA – Although an overwhelming majority of Americans feel confident when choosing over-the-counter pain relievers, 1 in 5 fail to take safety into account when making their selection, according to the results of a recent survey from the U.S. Pain Foundation.
Washington – A total of 35,092 people died in traffic-related incidents in 2015 – up 7.2 percent from 32,744 the previous year and the largest one-year percentage increase in nearly 50 years, according to data released Aug. 29 by the National Highway Traffic Safety Association.
Dallas – Children between the ages of 2 and 18 should consume less than 6 teaspoons – about 25 grams – of added sugars daily, according to newly released recommendations from the American Heart Association.
Gainesville, FL – High caffeine levels in popular energy drinks may lead to abnormal heart rhythms and other cardiovascular complications in consumers, according to a report from the University of Florida.
Columbus, OH – Every hour, about two children visit the emergency room for treatment of injuries related to strollers or carriers, according to a recent study from the Center for Injury Research and Policy, of the Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
Itasca, IL – Citing a patchwork system of laws, regulations and standards, the National Safety Council is calling for uniform child passenger safety practices across multiple modes of transportation.
Washington – In an effort to combat the “many inaccuracies” of poisoning-treatment information on the internet, the National Capital Poison Center has created a free mobile app.
Chapel Hill, NC – Replacing one 8-ounce serving of a sugar-sweetened beverage per day with water may help people keep off the pounds, according to a recent study from the University of North Carolina Gillings School of Global Public Health.
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