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Children watch TV and have high blood pressure
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Children watch TV and have high blood pressure

Recently, scientists have published a study that said that children sitting in front of a TV screen or playing computer games for too long may increase the risk of high…

December 14, 2018
Vitamin D deficiency in children
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Vitamin D deficiency in children

About 70% of US children have low vitamin D levels, which puts them at risk for bone and cardiovascular disease, the researchers said.

December 14, 2018
When do children need vaccines or anti-H1N1 drugs?
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When do children need vaccines or anti-H1N1 drugs?

A new study published in the British Journal of Medicine, BMJ, said that treating flu with Tamiflu and Relenza has very little benefit for children under 12, but may hav…

December 14, 2018
The rate of severe obesity in children is high
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The rate of severe obesity in children is high

The severe obesity rate of young children has tripled in the last 25 years, putting many children at risk of developing diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

December 14, 2018
Pressure for adults to make children with asthma
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Pressure for adults to make children with asthma

Asthma is one of the most common illnesses in young children. The cause of this disease has been indicated by factors such as: Genetics, environmental pollution, allergi…

December 14, 2018
Should mixed with milk for children taking drugs?
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Should mixed with milk for children taking drugs?

Young children are often afraid to take medicine or drink and spit it out right away because of bitter medicine, or the taste of medicine for them is not comfortable at…

December 14, 2018
Preventing birth defects for babies
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Preventing birth defects for babies

Although the causes of many birth defects are still mysterious, doctors understand the reasons for some cases, and how to prevent them.

December 14, 2018
Fast food reduces thinking ability
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Fast food reduces thinking ability

The reading and math ability of many fast food students decreased by 16% compared to other children, a US study showed.

December 14, 2018
Why do children drink more bụ formula?
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Why do children drink more bụ formula?

Breastmilk has less protein (protein) than formula, and that may be the reason for a larger bottle feeding, a study has just published.

December 14, 2018