Author Interviews
A Child's Doctor Turns To Iraq War's Youngest Victims
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Children's Health
The Two-Way
2.1 Million Drop-Side Cribs Recalled()
November 23, 2009 The Consumer Product Safety Commission and manufacturer Stork Craft Manufacturing of British Columbia announced a recall of 2.1 million drop-side cribs on Monday following reports of the deaths of four children who suffocated in defective cribs. It is the largest crib recall on record.
U.S.
Broader Strategy Urged To Combat Hunger In U.S.()
November 17, 2009 Just one day after a federal report revealed that 1 in 7 U.S. families struggled to get enough to eat last year, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack urges lawmakers to reauthorize school nutrition programs that help feed the nation's schoolchildren.
NPR Health Blog
Advocates Press Congress To Pass Food Safety Bill()
November 12, 2009 Advocates for food safety legislation are pushing hard for Senate action on a food safety bill, releasing reports on the danger of foodborne illness in children and the long-term effects on health.
Science
Writing Study Ties Autism To Motor-Skill Problems()
November 11, 2009 Researchers who looked at handwriting samples found that children with autism struggle more than their peers to correctly form letters. The findings add to evidence that autism is a brain disorder that isn't limited to behavior, but affects motor skills, too.
Health Care
Will Tamiflu Shortage Drive U.S. To India's Version?()
November 10, 2009 With demand for the swine flu vaccine outpacing supply, the CDC says it's open to considering importing a generic flu drug from India. There's just one problem: The brand-name drug is still under U.S. patent. The company's chairman says he just wants to help.
NPR Health Blog
Recall Of 1 Million Strollers Cites Amputation Risk()
November 9, 2009 The recall applies to every umbrella stroller Maclaren has distributed in the U.S. since 1999. The specific models are: Volo, Triumph, Quest Sport, Quest Mod, Techno XT, TechnoXLR, Twin Triumph, Twin Techno and Easy Traveller.
