A new report on severe sporting injuries among high school and college athletes shows cheerleading appears to account for a larger proportion of all such injuries than previously thought.
With food and fuel costs far above what they were a year ago, school children can expect to see some changes in menu offerings this academic year, says a nutrition expert at Washington University in St. Louis.
A new six-year study conducted at the University of Virginia has found that exposing college students to information that corrected misperceptions about campus drinking patterns resulted in dramatic reductions in alcohol-related negative consequences.
While parental involvement is key to a child's success in school, at what point does a participating parent become a smother mother (or father)? Saint Louis University pediatrician Ken Haller, M.D., offers parents eight resolutions for the new school year.
It's natural for first-year students to encounter challenges associated with the transition to college life. For many students the academic demands are great, dorm-life may be their first experience sharing a living space, and there is so much unstructured time to manage. As director of Saint Joseph's University's Office for Student Success, Kim Allen-Stuck, Ph.D., has some advice to help students ease into the college experience.
"Taking time to talk with and listen to children about the upcoming school year is one of the best ways parents can help them make the transition to school life," says David Smith, Ph.D., clinical child psychologist in the Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics of Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.
Many children return to school sports, such as soccer, football, cross-country and volleyball in late-July or early-August. Jon Divine, M.D., director of Sports Medicine at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, says it's most important for children to be in shape even before showing up for the first day of practice or tryouts to reduce the risk of injury.
In May 2002, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reported backpack related injuries sent almost 6000 students each year to emergency rooms. The American Academy of Orthopedics stated that backpack injury is a significant problem for children.
On average16 school-age pedestrians are killed by school transportation vehicles (school buses and non-school bus vehicles used as school buses) each year, and five are killed by other vehicles involved in school bus-related crashes. More school-age pedestrians are killed in the afternoon than in the morning. A Cincinnati Children's expert offers tips to parents for keeping their kids safe when they return to school.
Improving health and nutrition in undernourished children is correlated with less absenteeism, more grades completed and better performance on tests. Good nutrition also improves mental and behavioral performance. Eating well everyday is good insurance for parents that children arrive to school ready to learn.
Food does more than satisfy hunger; it provides fuel for the body and mind, too. So as you make a list of school supplies to buy for the upcoming school year, a University of Michigan dietitian says to consider the items at your local supermarket that can also help prepare your child for the classroom.
As you load up the family vehicle or rental truck to take your child to college later this summer, leave the satellite dish off your packing list. A little common sense goes a long way when determining what to pack for a student's first, or any, year at school, says a residential housing director at Washington University in St. Louis.
A University at Buffalo researcher has found a link between energy drinks and public health concerns like substance abuse and risky behaviors among college-age students.
Parents can help their children get off to a good start this school year by getting them back on a school sleep schedule before classes start, according to sleep experts from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
For this back-to-school themed tip sheet, Indiana University experts discuss learning-related brain development in toddlers, high-tech cell phone safety tips for parents, hair care and style interfering with African American women's health, talking to children about sex, weight gain in college and resources for families of children with disabilities.
A new downloadable software tool will help pediatricians, parents and other health care professionals determine how to create complex childhood immunization schedules when one or more vaccine doses aren't received at the proper time.
Ten percent to 19 percent of children miss school or sports activities every year because of pain caused by heavy backpacks and 30 percent to 50 percent of adolescents complain of pain related to backpack use.
As prices continue to rise for gas, groceries, and utilities, one thing remains free: fun and informative educational materials produced by the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS), a component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Just as parents schedule back-to-school checkups with their pediatricians, they should also schedule check ups with their dentist to ensure good oral and overall health for life.
The stores are crammed with special departments for outfitting your dorm room. But if you want to live 'green,' St. Lawrence University has some suggestions, starting with buying less stuff.
There often are highly publicized examples of teen exploitation secondary to Internet use, but these are usually extreme cases and not the norm. The negative experiences associated with Internet use should not deter teens from using this resource; however, negative experiences should serve as warnings of situations to avoid while on-line.
While the University of Mississippi busily prepares to host the first presidential debate of the 2008 campaign, public schools in Mississippi also are planning to capitalize on the excitement generated by the event. From history and government classes to music, math, science and art, school officials say every grade level from kindergarten through high school will be involved. They also offer to share details of their plans with representatives from school districts across the country.
The recent federal approval of Pentacel and Kinrix, two new combination vaccines that immunize infants and children against multiple diseases, will make it easier to fulfill school requirements with less stress to the patient, says Stephen Aronoff, M.D., professor and chair of pediatrics at Temple University School of Medicine.
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, dedicated to furthering efforts to provide what are oftentimes lifesaving vaccinations to those in need. While media coverage of the flu vaccine has become a seasonal commonplace, vaccines are currently being sought for many modern large-scale epidemics such as malaria.
National school crises expert says the most important back-to-school concern is safety -- and everyone is responsible.
What to do about testicular injury, bedwetting and bathroom access. Your son hurts himself "down there" while playing on the see-saw, your daughter doesn't want to attend a sleepover because she wets the bed, or your child wets his or her pants at school and needs a change of clothes. An injury is certainly frightening, and "accidents" can cause children embarrassment and distress. The American Urological Association has experts available to talk about these important urologic conditions parents may face this school year.
Orthopaedic surgeons offer advice on choosing the best children's footwear.
Within an eleven-day span starting on August 25th, this country will witness the Democratic and Republican National Conventions, and the official nominations of each of the major political party's tickets. Ensuring a sense of safety for convention-goers and the public while allowing for demonstrations is a top priority for city officials in both Denver and St. Paul. Available to discuss all aspects of implementing successful security efforts at the Conventions is former congressman and public safety expert C. Thomas McMillen.
Beginning July 1, all children in kindergarten or first grade entering Missouri schools for the first time are required to have a comprehensive eye exam. A pediatric ophthalmologist at Washington University School of Medicine says the bill forces pediatricians from their gatekeeper's role.
Two pediatric eye surgeons at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis expressed alarm over what they label a "21st century snake oil" scam. They are concerned that reports will mislead many parents of children with optic nerve hypoplasia, who may bankrupt savings, go deeply into debt or organize fundraisers to pay for sham treatment.
Back to school "“ it's a hectic time full of shopping, preparation and new routines. But that doesn't mean parents shouldn't take some time to help their children learn. The National Center for Family Literacy offers fast, easy tips to improve a child's literacy skills.
For most children, heading back to school this fall means heading back to an environment filled with new friends, teachers and opportunities. However, for children affected by asthma, a new school year means exposure to triggers that may aggravate asthma symptoms. To help your readers understand the impact of the back-to-school season on asthmatic children, expert Dr. Barbara Yawn is available to provide tips for managing symptoms in the school setting.
Members of UF's Residence Life staff, which include sophomores, juniors and seniors are an integral part of on-campus living and campus life. At UF, students have a variety of campus housing options "“ from a traditional dormitory to a house. Student staff members are often the first impression new students get of their "home away from home."
University professor gives advice on making transition from high school to college math.
Experts on upcoming national conventions; back to school topics in education, pedagogy and testing; college student issues and transitions.
Athletic training expert offers tips as athletes prepare for two-a-day practices.
As the start of a new school year approaches, anxiety levels can hit an all-time high for many incoming and returning college students. From leaving home for the first time, to visions of the "Freshman 15," or impending research papers and midterms, it's easy to see how new freshmen, as well as returning students, can have increased stress levels during this time of year. One often overlooked way to deal with the pressures of a stressful environment is to head outdoors.
Students at UC San Diego are quelling the back-to-school jitters by sharing information on Facebook.com. Students use the website to find roommates, socialize and share advice.
In the battle against childhood obesity, the best way to defend your children against the fat-filled foods and sugary sweets lurking at school is to arm them with a healthy lunch made at home. A Cedars-Sinai Medical Center expert serves up the skinny on healthy and fun school lunches.
More and more adults are making the decision to either go back and finish their college degrees or start from scratch. It can be tough for adult students to juggle responsibilities at home, work, and school, but many are succeeding.
During national inventor's month, it is especially important to recognize that these companies look beyond their own lab walls, and reach out to the world for solutions to get products to market faster, less expensively, and more innovatively says expert Dr. Clifford M. Gross.
A large study of urban elementary school students has found that curriculum-based bullying prevention programs reduced incidents of bullying by 20 percent, twice as much as the study control group. Researchers at the University of Denver's Graduate School of Social Work studied more than 1,100 fourth- and fifth-grade students in 28 elementary schools in Denver public schools.
So you've decided to start or finish that degree you've always intended to earn. But if it's been awhile since you've stepped foot inside a classroom "” or at least one that wasn't your kids' "” here are some suggestions to help you follow through.
Millions of Americans struggle with credit card debt"”and college students are no exception, according to a recent study by a Buffalo State College researcher that points to a general lack of financial literacy as the No. 1 reason.
As the school year gets underway, common back-to-school activities like reading the blackboard and completing homework assignments may reveal children's vision problems.
College can be a stressful time for young adults as they learn to navigate the world with new responsibilities, new friends and unfamiliar independence. Psychiatrist Edward Poa, MD, medical director of the Compass Young Adult Program, which treats adults ages 18 to 30, offers tips to help parents help their children in their journey through college.
Children obtain about one-third or more of their daily energy requirement from their school meals, and they should expend about 50 percent of their daily energy expenditure while at school. So how's your child's school doing?
As the long, lazy days of summer come to an end, kids will complain about earlier bedtimes in addition to going back to school. The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) is urging parents to begin gradually changing kids' sleep patterns and easing them into school year bedtimes.
As kids make their way back to school for a new year, incidents of bullying will inevitably arise. Whether you're the new kid at school or a past victim, there are many steps that can be taken to avoid or stop bullying, says Sally Black, Ph.D., an assistant professor of health services at Saint Joseph's University.
David Bainbridge, MS, Associate Professor and Coordinator for the Marshall Goldsmith School of Management's Sustainability Concentration available from Alliant International University.
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