Children's Health

Republicans in Congress say they haven't given up on getting rid of the Affordable Care Act. They're just switching tactics.

Now What? 5 Looming Challenges For The Affordable Care Act

8:39pm September 26, 2017

by Julie Rovner

Republicans in Congress have dropped their attempts to repeal the health law for now. But Obamacare supporters say the Trump administration is still undercutting the law in ways that could damage it.

Panera's CEO has challenged other fast-food CEOs to eat their kids' menus for a week. He's trying to start a conversation about the nutrition in these meals.

More Healthful Kids Meals? Panera CEO Dishes Out A Challenge

5:36pm September 26, 2017

by Allison Aubrey

Panera's CEO has challenged other fast food CEOs to eat their kids menus for a week. He's trying to start a conversation about the nutrition in these meals.

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Teens involved in contact sports were more likely to report concussions.

1 In 5 Teens Reports A Concussion Diagnosis

4:15pm September 26, 2017

by Greta Jochem

Doctors know that concussions can cause serious health impacts. Research now shows that rates among adolescents, especially those involved in contact sports, may be pretty high.

Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., continues to tweak the health care bill he cosponsors in an effort to persuade reluctant senators to back it.

'Millions' Fewer Would Have Coverage Under GOP Health Bill, Says CBO Analysis

8:30pm September 25, 2017

by Alison Kodjak

The Congressional Budget Office says it won't have time to analyze all the impacts of the latest GOP effort to repeal the ACA, but it says millions more would be uninsured than under current law.

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists calls the flu vaccine an "essential" part of prenatal care, for protection of the newborn as well as the woman. Infants typically don't get their own flu shot until age 6 months or later.

Pregnant Women Should Still Get The Flu Vaccine, Doctors Advise

7:07am September 25, 2017

by Rebecca Hersher

Researchers and physicians say a study suggesting a link between the flu vaccine and miscarriage in a limited population is cause for more research, not a reason to change vaccination recommendations.

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Food allergies are tricky to diagnose, and many kids can outgrow them, too. A test called an oral food challenge is the gold standard to rule out an allergy. It's performed under medical supervision.

This Test Can Determine Whether You've Outgrown A Food Allergy

5:03am September 25, 2017

by Allison Aubrey

Food allergies are tricky to diagnose, and many kids can outgrow them, too. A test called an oral food challenge is the gold standard to rule out an allergy. It's performed under medical supervision.

Two-year-old Robbie Klein of West Roxbury, Mass., has hemophilia, a medical condition that interferes with his blood's ability to clot normally. His parents, both teachers, worry that his condition could make it hard for them to get insurance to cover his

Biggest Flash Points In The Graham-Cassidy Health Care Bill

6:00am September 24, 2017

by Nancy Shute

The bill would make big changes to the nation's health care system by rolling back key requirements of Obamacare, including that insurers not charge more to people with pre-existing conditions.

Protesters rally against Medicaid cuts in front of the U.S. Capitol in June. Medicaid is the nation's largest health insurance program, covering 74 million people — more than 1 in 5 Americans.

Meet Your Friends Who Get Medicaid

5:54pm September 23, 2017

by Phil Galewitz

Those relying on the federal government's safety net are grandmothers, the kid next door, your supermarket cashier — maybe even you.

An infant receives medical care at a New Delhi hospital.

Health & Safety

Why Did India Have Ten Million Fewer Childhood Deaths Than Predicted?

12:00pm September 23, 2017

by Chhavi Sachdev

Researchers used an innovative method to come up with the data for the years from 2000 to 2015. What's behind the encouraging trend?

Sen. Lindsey Graham, second from left, speaks as Sen. John Barrasso, from left, Sen. Bill Cassidy, Sen. John Thune and Senate Majority Leader Sen. Mitch McConnell listen during a news briefing after the weekly Senate Republican policy luncheon on Tuesday.

Graham-Cassidy Health Bill Would Shift Funds From States That Expanded Medicaid

5:21pm September 21, 2017

by Alison Kodjak

The bill's sponsors say their plan to reallocate federal health funding among states is more equitable. It also would cause largely Democratic states to lose funding while Republican states gain.