As gaming's popularity rises, here's how parents can talk to kids about gambling
Thu Apr 09 4:12 pm
Teens and young adults have a growing problem with sports betting and gaming. How can parents talk to their kids about gambling before it becomes a problem?
Teen birth rates hit another historical low in 2025, CDC says
Thu Apr 09 12:01 am
The teen birth rate continues its decades-long downward trend. Researchers say many factors are at play, including less sexual activity and more access to contraception and abortion.
Babies are an afterthought in the birthright citizenship case, advocates say
Tue Mar 31 5:00 am
An end to birthright citizenship would mean a new layer of bureaucracy for all babies born in the U.S. and could cause delays for health insurance and other benefits.
What should safer social media for teens look like?
Thu Mar 26 4:00 pm
In the wake of two verdicts against social media companies, researchers discuss what a safer social media for kids and teens could be. Are we anywhere near there yet?
Doctors worry about FDA scrutiny of RSV shots to protect babies
Wed Mar 25 4:26 pm
The antibody shots are about 80% effective at preventing babies from ending up in intensive care because of RSV. The drugmakers behind them maintain they're safe.
Yep, a mom's COVID shot during pregnancy protects her baby, a large study finds
Wed Mar 25 8:12 am
A 3-year study published in Pediatrics examined newborns in Norway. It found a clear benefit for the baby when mom gets a COVID vaccination during pregnancy.
New Mexico jury says Meta harms children's mental health and safety, violating state law
Tue Mar 24 6:12 pm
The jury agreed that Meta engaged in "unconscionable" trade practices that unfairly took advantage of the vulnerabilities of and inexperience of children. Jurors found there were thousands of violations, each counting separately toward a penalty of $375 million.
Your Child's Pediatrician May Be Able To Provide Literacy Screenings
Sat Mar 14 4:57 pm
Sara Bode of Nationwide Children's Hospital in Ohio speaks with NPR's Emily Kwong about why many pediatric centers have started screening kids for literacy skills.
In South Carolina, measles shows how far apart neighbors can be on vaccines
Sat Mar 14 8:42 am
In South Carolina, some parents embrace vaccines, others opt out. Why do people make such different choices? A mix of politics, distrust and misinformation is pushing neighbors apart.
Medicaid can share data with ICE. Here's how that 180-degree change spreads fear
Fri Mar 13 5:00 am
When Medicaid began sharing personal data with federal immigration authorities last year, it upended decades of explicit promises to patients. Now, even eligible immigrants fear getting the health coverage.