By: Kathleen Megan A state auditors’ report issued Thursday has revealed blind spots and other significant shortcomings in criminal background checks for school bus drivers that could place children in jeopardy. The auditors’ report found that periodic Department of Motor […]
By Taylor Hannon Amid a new bill designed to make children feel safer at school, the Child Safety Network (CSN) is working with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the state of Colorado to strengthen school bus security. Ward Leber, […]
Cooking and eating together with your children help establish healthy eating habits. By Bonnie Taub-Dix This article is based on reporting that features expert sources including Robert Irvine; Jeanne Petrucci, MS, RDN; Peggy Policastro, PhD, RD Ever since my kids […]
(HEALTHDAY NEWS) — Your kids had a good summer. You were able to get them away from the TV and outside to play for lots of exercise. But now, they’re back to school and you want them to keep off the […]
A growing number of middle- and high-school students are being exposed to second-hand aerosols from e-cigarettes by living with or being around individuals who are vaping, according to data from a national survey. Such exposure increased rapidly in 2018 compared […]
With summer vacation coming to an end, so are the nights of staying up late and sleeping in. Experts know that sleep is vital to school performance. Adequate sleep can help your child concentrate. On the other hand, not getting […]
Truly, there is no denying the energy and short attention spans of children. But when does this signal a problem? Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder in children. And according to the Centers for Disease Control, […]
Measles, whooping cough, German measles (rubella), and mumps were once thought to be diseases of the past. However, recent measles outbreaks and reported cases in 19 states highlight the continued importance of childhood immunizations. In the year 2000 it was […]
www.huffingtonpost.com Ikea’s Malm bureau was recalled — twice — but it’s likely still in millions of homes. By Catherine Pearson Shortly after Jozef Dudek went down for a nap last May, his father, Craig, peeked in his bedroom to make […]
Alice, TX How often have we heard someone, including parents and caregivers, say, “I was just going around the corner!” Parents who would normally take precautions to make sure their children are safe are often tempted to allow a lapse […]
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