the whole child

Global Climate Change and the Effects on Children's Health

The AAP issued a statement regarding a new report to be released Monday detailing the adverse effects of global climate change on children's health. Fortunately, the White House did not get it's sharp-edged scissors on it.

Pangea 2007 Wrap-Up

Thanks to all who came out to Pangea 2007 in San Francisco. We built on the success of the past few years by focusing on intentional dialogue to stimulate sustainable children's health care transformation.

Abraham Cherrix update

Finally, a cheery update on the health status of Abraham Cherrix, the Chincoteague teen battling cancer.

Cold Med Recall

Related to my post earlier this month, the Consumer Healthcare Products Association released a statement today announcing a voluntary recall of infant cold medications.  The American Academy of Pediatrics press release about the recall follows.

Sports Drinks Gone Wild

Back to school, as autumn spreads across the land. Check out any suburban sports scene and you'll see them: the youth of America, out there giving it their all in soccer, football, softball, whatever - chugging their favorite sports drink du jour. Just like the coach tells 'em to, just like their sports idols do. Staying hydrated is one thing, but have we gone too far?

Flu vaccine update 2007

Once again, families across the nation are being admonished to get their kids flu shots.
Why do I feel a bit like Bill Murray in "Groundhog Day"?

FDA to ban cold and cough medications?

The U.S. FDA is rumored to be considering a ban on OTC cold and cough medications for young children. What are the implications?

Environmental Injustice: Children's Health Disparities and the Role of the Environment

...is the title of an article released today in "Explore: The Journal of Science and Healing" as part of this month's global publishing theme on poverty and human development.