September 22 Four families are desperate to raise funds for their children’s paralyzing disease Four American families aim to raise $1.15 million by October to fund a phase 3 gene therapy trial for their children with SPG50, a rare genetic disease.
September 22 There is nothing compassionate about providing so-called gender-affirming care 28 lawsuits have targeted gender-affirming care providers, while concerns continue about medical treatments for transgender youth, including puberty blockers and surgeries.
September 18 DC watchdog sues for docs on ‘modern-day Tuskegee Experiments’ giving transgender Rx to youth Oversight Project files lawsuit demanding release of Obama-era study examining long-term effects of puberty blockers on transgender children and teens.
September 13 For the first time, there are more children in the world who are obese than underweight Global childhood obesity rates tripled from 2000-2022 according to UNICEF, with ultra-processed foods and junk food marketing fueling the epidemic in 190 countries.
September 9 Whole milk makes a comeback in new MAHA children's health strategy A new MAHA health strategy for kids aims to bring back whole milk in schools and sets out over 120 reforms, covering areas like food labeling, nutrition and water safety.
September 9 Christian music star Lauren Daigle brings online child safety fight to Capitol Hill, backs STOP CSAM Act Grammy-winning artist Lauren Daigle advocates for the STOP CSAM Act on Capitol Hill, pushing bipartisan legislation to combat child sexual exploitation online.
September 4 Trump stands by RFK Jr. after heated Senate hearing: ‘I like the fact that he’s different’ President Donald Trump stood by HHS Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. after he faced an intense grilling from senators on Thursday, telling reporters, “I like the fact that he’s different."
September 4 Energy drinks face new restrictions abroad: Could the US be next in line? The U.K. government proposes energy drink ban for minors, joining countries like Turkey and Sweden, while certain U.S. states consider similar legislation.
September 3 School vaccine mandates may go away in Southern state, surgeon general announces Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo and Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that Florida will move to eliminate vaccine mandates in schools, citing informed consent and individual choice over mandates.
August 31 5 ways MAHA moms can fix kids' junk food problem at school lunches nationwide Here are five practical tips for healthier school meals, including protein-rich options, low-carb alternatives and bento box lunch solutions.