This is really bad news for couch potatoes, as well as the rest of us who have desk jobs, but still cram in workouts to make sure we stay fit and healthy. Now studies show that it's all for nought, and not even the most dedicated among us are immune to the negative affects of a sedentary lifestyle. This is more reason to get out and do things with your kids as an ongoing habit, … [Read more...] about Dads beware: Your couch may be killing you
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Breastfeeding boys do better in school
Here is more evidence that dads should help moms breastfeed for as long as possible, and for at least six months. The New York Times reported today on a study in Australia of 1038 babies who were later tested for academic performance at age 10 in math, reading, writing, and spelling. After controlling for mom's age, marital status, income, and other factors, they found that … [Read more...] about Breastfeeding boys do better in school
Vaccine Autism Link is Fraud
There is huge news out of London that a 1998 paper establishing a link between autism and childhood vaccines was based on false data. However, this likely will not change the debate on the risks of vaccination and public health. LONDON (AP) — The first study to link a childhood vaccine to autism was based on doctored information about the children involved, according to a new … [Read more...] about Vaccine Autism Link is Fraud
Too much radiaton for your child from scans?
A new study says, "Yes." The country's gone gaga over scanning and xray technology, promoted in part by doctors who have invested in the machines themselves, as well as an orientation to scanning in all cases to avoid the one-in-a-million risk. If you're a kid though, a scan isn't always a good idea. Parents need to better understand the risk of scans, especially to the head, … [Read more...] about Too much radiaton for your child from scans?
New Bluelight iPhone app makes sure kids and young adults get home safe
Image by Getty Images via @daylife I just heard about Bluelight for iPhone via email and think it's an interesting concept because it helps moms and dads sleep more soundly knowing their kids are home and safe. The app doesn't tell parents where kids are, unless the kids don't check in in the time they themselves have allotted in the app to get from Point A to Point … [Read more...] about New Bluelight iPhone app makes sure kids and young adults get home safe