Children health and children safety news articles 
Group B Strep Support raises the alarm : babies die needlessly in the UK through ignorance and unavailability of tests routinely offered in other western countries
A recent survey conducted by ComRes on behalf of Group B Strep Support demonstrated that while more than half (54%) the women aged between 20-35 surveyed had heard of group B Strep, only 20% knew what it was. The survey also showed that once young women are made aware of the dangers of group B Strep in pregnancy the overwhelming majority believe that pregnant women should always be offered information, tests and, when the bacteria is detected,... [more]
Special Educational Needs Charities
The new website, www.sencharities.org, has been launched to increase the awareness of Special Educational Needs charities within England, Scotland and Wales. There are more than 200 such charities in the UK, many of which were established by the parents of children with Special Educational Needs. Typically these charities are small in size and often run by dedicated groups of volunteers. Finding support for your child with Special Ed... [more]
Parents are panicking this Christmas about potentially fatal food allergies
Many people see Christmas and New Year as joyous and peaceful celebrations. However, for a growing number of people, this time of the year means anxiety and worrying about eating foods that may cause a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction for you or a family member. But according to new data, worries about food allergies are often unfounded – allergy blood testing is advised to help your doctor rule in or out allergies. Food allergi... [more]
Millpond Launch A New Sleep Service For Children With Autism
Sleep problems can cause enormous family distress and could have significant effects on daytime functioning and quality of life for children with ASDs. In some cases, there can be underlying medical issues that need to be addressed. We know that as many as 1 in 10 children are now estimated to have an additional need, with autism affecting 1 in 150 children. Of these children, research has shown up to 83% of children with ASD will have sleep d... [more]
lower risk of giving birth prematurely for women who take multivitamins
It was reported following a scientific study carried out at US and Danish universities, that women who took a multivitamin supplement around the time of conception reduced their risk of giving birth prematurely (before 37 weeks) by 16%. The study also found a link between taking multivitamin supplements and a reduced risk (17%) of the baby being born underweight. Mega Multivitamin The research, which was carried out over a three month peri... [more]
Other Children health and children safety news and reviews
Sixteenth Annual Child Safety Advocate Awards Ceremony Honors Indiana Residents Making a Difference for Children
INDIANAPOLIS, May 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 4th, in conjunction with the 2012 Indiana Injury Prevention Conference held in Indianapolis, Safe Kids Indiana and the Automotive Safety Program honored ...
Safety Village honored for work with children
The women in charge of the Safety Village camp for children were honored this week for their life-saving work. Amy Satkamp Avakian, Lise Braithwaite, Melissa D’alise, Lee Rosenberg, Katie Sperry and Mandy Wichman received the Ron W. Lee, M.D., Excellence in Pediatric Care Award on Monday at the Western Springs Village Board meeting. “Thirty years ago, a 7-year-old girl, Katie Satkamp, was killed ...
Comment on Erie mothers, children descend on Encana headquarters with anti-fracking petition
This was a national petition signed by people who disagree with drilling and hydraulic fracturing within such close proximity to schools. Mothers are standing up for something they believe is wrong and threatens the health and safety of their children. It is important for children to see their parents using their first amendment rights. And as far as a farce, the evidence is coming out that ...
Emergency Medical Services for Children Day observed in ND
Governor Jack Dalrymple has proclaimed May 23, 2012, as Emergency Medical Services for Children Day in North Dakota.
Increasing class sizes will disadvantage rural children
The government’s moves to increase the ratio of children to teachers will have an adverse effect on rural children’s education and potentially put workers off taking jobs in areas with reduced teacher numbers in schools, states Federated Farmers education spokesperson Jeanette Maxwell.
Higher levels of flame retardants found in minority children
Black and Latino toddlers may have significantly higher levels of toxic flame retardants in their bodies than white children, according to a new study that challenges one of industry's chief arguments for expanding use of the chemicals.
FDA Approves Levemir® for Expanded Use in Children Two to Five Years of Age with Type 1 Diabetes
PRINCETON, N.J., May 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Novo Nordisk, a world leader in diabetes care, announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Levemir ® (insulin detemir [rDNA ...
Families offered free fingerprinting of children
In recognition of National Missing Children’s Day, several local organizations are offering free fingerprint services Friday to pre-registered families.
Kohl’s to Celebrate $725,000 Donation to Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin with Help of Green Bay Packers Wide Receiver ...
MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kohl’s Department Stores is donating $725,000 to Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin to support children’s health and education initiatives. Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson will join in the announcement tomorrow at a family safety event at Kohl’s Southridge Mall. The event highlights Kohl’s Cares®: The Great Safety Adventure®, a mobile health ...
Should Utah require helmets, take other steps for safety?
Should Utah require helmets, take other steps for safety? By Michael Appelgate and Brennan Smith The Salt Lake Tribune Published May 22, 2012 10:30PM MDT Should Utah make motorcyclists and children on bikes wear helmets? A new national report says Utah ranks 21st in the nation for fatal injuries and urges the state to adopt stronger laws on seatbelts, helmets and teen dating violence. Released ...
