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• Benzene From Gas Ovens May Increase Childhood Cancer Risks: Study

  March 27, 2025

  Martha Garcia

  New findings indicate that homes with medium to high gas oven use and poor ventilation present a high cancer risk, particularly for children.

• Mental Health Risks From Social Media Examined by Two New Studies

  March 18, 2025

  Irvin Jackson

  New studies warn of severe mental health impacts from overuse of social media by teens, including delusional beliefs and poorer friendships.

• Early Fluoride Exposure Could Affect Children’s Cognitive Abilities: Study

  March 12, 2025

  Michael Adams

  New findings suggest that prenatal and early childhood fluoride exposure could lead to later cognitive declines in children.

• Lawsuits Over Social Media Addiction Injuries Cleared To Move Forward in MDL

  March 6, 2025

  Irvin Jackson

  A federal judge has rejected a motion to dismiss claims involving wrongful death and negligence raised in lawsuits over social media addiction brought by families throughout the U.S.

• Report Raises Concerns Over Ultra-Processed Foods Marketed to Toddlers

  March 6, 2025

  Irvin Jackson

  Pediatricians are raising concerns after a new report addresses the risks of giving ultra-processed foods to young children in the form of "toddler milk" products, which contain high sugar content and little to no nutritional value.

• CDC Warns Flu Virus This Year May Cause Neurological Injuries in Children

  March 6, 2025

  Martha Garcia

  Federal officials warn that children are suffering from a higher rate of neurological injuries linked to the flu this year than in previous years.

• Intermittent Fasting Side Effects Could Negatively Impact Teens’ Metabolism: Study

  February 21, 2025

  Martha Garcia

  A recent study suggests that while long-term intermittent fasting may offer benefits for adults, it could negatively impact the metabolic health of teenagers.

• MDL Sought for Sexual Abuse Lawsuits Against Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

  February 17, 2025

  Irvin Jackson

  Some plaintiffs are asking a panel of federal judges to consolidate all child sex abuse lawsuits filed against the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints before one California federal judge for coordinated pretrial proceedings.

• Victoza Caused Side Effects in 80% of Children, But Helped Them Lose Weight: Study

  February 12, 2025

  Irvin Jackson

  Most children given Victoza for about a year suffered gastrointestinal adverse events, according to a study that also concludes the drug could help some obese children significantly reduce their BMI.

• Maryland Childhood Sexual Abuse Lawsuits Cleared To Move Forward by State Supreme Court

  February 4, 2025

  Irvin Jackson

  The Maryland Supreme Court has upheld the constitutionality of the Maryland Child Victims Act, which removed the statute of limitations for childhood sexual abuse lawsuits in the state.