The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said doctors with a low awareness of Meningitis B outbreaks, or those who work in an HMO setting are less likely to recommend the Meningitis B vaccine. In 2015, the CDC recommended teenagers and young adults may be vaccinated because they are at high risk for contracting the serious bacterial infection.
A new report from the American Academy of Pediatrics found young children are not getting enough play time. It urges doctors to write prescriptions for play at yearly well-child visits.
researchers say media distractions, such as video games and tablet apps can increase the likelihood of sedentary lifestyles and obesity.
A new national poll found 78% of parents do not want their teenagers to get a tattoo. A quarter of parents of high school students said their teen has asked for one. The biggest concerns for parents were scarring or diseases through unsanitary needles and how a tattoo might impact their child’s professional career.
Sources:
1. Pediatrics
2. Pediatrics
3. University of Michigan
