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For years, sugary drinks have been linked to obesity in teens and children.  A new study released in Pediatrics this week has tied sugary drink consumption to childhood obesity for

Smoke is a real health hazard for kids whose lungs are still developing, and especially for kids who have illnesses like asthma where the lungs are particularly fragile and flare up when exposed to secondhand smoke.

Although rates of smoking have decreased markedly over the last 50 years, exposure to secondhand smoke remains a health risk – especially for children, whose lungs are still growing and maturing. Children with asthma and other lung diseases can be especially vulnerable to secondhand smoke.

Electronic cigarettes (also called e-cigarettes) are battery-powered, cigarette-like devices that contain replaceable nicotine cartridges instead of tobacco.  E-cigarettes have been the subject of debate since they were first marketed in the US in 2007.

Rates of pertussis (also known as whooping cough) are at their highest level in 50 years.

Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a very contagious respiratory illness that can be serious and sometimes fatal. Infants and young children are particularly at risk for serious cases of pertussis.

Car accidents are a leading cause of death and injury among children. But many injuries can be prevented if children are safely buckled up in the proper child safety seats.