Poor sleep habits have a ripple effect on many aspects of kids’ health — and a new study has revealed that blood pressure is one of them. A report published in the journal Pediatrics this week said ...

New research from the American Heart Association (AHA) suggests that parents might want to keep a closer eye on their kids’ blood pressure. About one in seven (14%) of children and teens in the U.S.

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Children living near small airports in Colorado had slightly higher levels of lead in their blood than the statewide average, according to a new study — ...

(CNN) - Across the globe, high blood pressure in children has nearly doubled over the past two decades. A new study found that back in 2000, rates of hypertension in boys and girls hovered around 3%.

Exercise interventions are beneficial in reducing blood pressure (BP) levels in children with overweight or obesity, with pronounced effects noted in girls, those with obesity, and those participating ...

Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) -- toxic chemicals found in products like nonstick pans and personal care items -- can linger in the body for up to 20 years, earning them the nickname ...

During a child’s first years of life, their blood lead level is routinely checked by pediatricians. Not every child is tested, but doctors generally do blood tests for kids in high-risk ZIP codes, ...

Children as young as 6 years old are developing high blood pressure because of couch potato lifestyles, reveals new research. Overweight youngsters are spending too much time slumped on the sofa, say ...