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Bullying sidelines overweight kids, study says

Posted on May 16, 2006 by Drugs Expert

NEW YORK (Reuters) — Overweight children who are victims of bullying are less likely to engage in physical activity, new research suggests. Dr. Eric A. Storch, who led the study said: “The health implications of this are clear in that … Continue reading →

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Eleven a key age for obese children

Posted on May 10, 2006 by Drugs Expert

LONDON, England (Reuters) — Children who are overweight or obese by the age of 11 are likely to carry their excess weight into adulthood and to suffer from related health problems, researchers said on Friday. A study by scientists at … Continue reading →

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U.S. has second worst newborn death rate in modern world, report says

Posted on May 9, 2006 by Drugs Expert

(CNN) — An estimated 2 million babies die within their first 24 hours each year worldwide and the United States has the second worst newborn mortality rate in the developed world, according to a new report. American babies are three … Continue reading →

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Study: Spray flu vaccine may be better for kids under 5

Posted on May 7, 2006 by Drugs Expert

WASHINGTON (AP) — Spraying flu vaccine into the noses of babies and preschoolers offers significantly more protection than shots, says one of the largest comparisons of flu inoculations ever performed. The study, being presented Monday at a child-health meeting, found … Continue reading →

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