A baby's exposure to air pollution while in the womb is associated with the development of certain mental health problems once the infant reaches adolescence, new research has found. The University of ...

Philadelphia, June 13, 2024 – While doctors understand that adolescents have certain unique health questions and concerns, several challenges prevent this critical information from being collected in ...

Poor mental health, rising obesity rates, exposure to violence and climate change are among the key challenges facing our adolescents today, according to a global report. The landmark report, by ...

Hypertension, or high blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in adults but now sounds alarming as the rates ...

In 2020, COVID-19 pandemic restrictions reduced social interactions and altered routines, increasing feelings of social isolation and instability. These restrictions increased adolescents’ ...

The right of adolescents to access confidential health care is sensitive and controversial. Recent challenges in the court system to adolescents' right to access abortion and contraception are eroding ...

Telehealth giant Teladoc Health is partnering with startup Brightline to extend virtual mental healthcare services for children, adolescents and their families. Through the partnership, members under ...

Adolescents who snore frequently were more likely to exhibit behavior problems such as inattention, rule-breaking, and aggression, but they do not have any decline in their cognitive abilities, ...

The body’s immune system is incredibly complex and fascinating. Molecules known as free radicals are produced in our bodies and can enter from the environment via many sources, including ultraviolet ...