Recess is good for kids, pediatricians say Recess breaks are a necessary part of a child’s school day—and one of the keys to healthy growth and development both in and out of school, according to a new policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Read more
Lower doses recommended for some sleep medications Current dosages of zolpidem leave too much of the drug in the system the next morning, which can impair driving and other activities, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Read more
Prescription drug misuse still a leading health concern Prescription drug misuse is second only to marijuana use as the most prevalent illicit drug problem in the U.S, according to a report from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Read more
Study looks at how well women are following Pap test guidelines Consistent with the latest national recommendations, more young women in the U.S. are waiting to have their first screening test for cervical cancer until age 21. But many women who have had hysterectomies continue to get tested, even when there may be no need. Read more