Tag - Kids

Measles Causes Long-Term Harm in kids, But Vaccines Fully Prevent It

Credit: CDC/ Allison M. Maiuri, MPH, CHESMeasles is fatal in 1 to 3 out of every 1,000 infected children. However, even those who recover from the initial illness may face serious long-term effects. The virus weakens the immune system well after recovery, and in rare instances, it can remain hidden in the nervous system...

Kids Who Read For Pleasure Grow into Better-Adjusted Teens

Credit: Unsplash.According to a recent study, although young children may find electronic devices intriguing, traditional reading has been found to contribute to their improved social and emotional adjustment during their middle school years.A recent study conducted on over 10,000 U.S. tweens has revealed that those who started reading for pleasure at an early age...