OPINION Guest column. Toxic stress affects children’s health 7 minutes ago by GARY WHEELER, PATRICK CASEY, DEBRA FISER AND R. WHIT HALL Special to the Democrat-Gazette ...

OPINION Guest column. Toxic stress affects children’s health 1 hour, 26 minutes ago by GARY WHEELER, PATRICK CASEY, DEBRA FISER AND R. WHIT HALL Special to the Democrat-Gazette ...

Ulcers, IBS, kidney stones and even appendicitis are all well-known causes of at times severe stomach cramping or pain. Colitis is another medical condition that can be behind intestinal discomfort, ...

Naa Ashorkor, another mother in Chorkor, says keeping children’s skin fair is a major priority for many parents. “Some use bleach found in detergents,” she confessed.

Lead is a toxic metal that can be found in old paint, contaminated soil, water pipes, and even some toys. Although its use has been reduced in the last few years, it can still find its way to ...

“For the past 25 years these grants have generated enormous amounts of new information about children’s vulnerability to toxic chemicals in the environment,” said Philip J. Landrigan, a ...

April 15 (UPI) --Crib mattresses have been found to emit toxic chemicals while children sleep, according to a new study, and could lead to developmental and hormonal disorders years later.

Children’s mattresses and bedding contain toxic flame retardants and other chemicals linked to hormonal, reproductive and developmental harm, a new study found.

"Disastrous": Mongolia's Children Suffocating In Toxic Pollution Respiratory illness cases have risen steadily, with pneumonia the second leading cause of death for children under five.