40 Univ. of Maryland Students Test Positive for Adenovirus
A freshman UMD student died from the illness back in November.
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Study: ADHD Diagnosis More Likely for Youngest Kids in Class
New research suggests younger kids in a classroom are 30 percent more likely to receive an ADHD diagnosis.
More Kids Seeking Help for Mental Health at ERs, Research Shows
More than 293,000 children have been diagnosed for some type of mental illness in a pediatric emergency room from 2012 to 2016.
CDC Report: Fewer High School Students Having Sex, Using Drugs
The CDC, however, also found more U.S. high school students are feeling depressed and have considered attempting suicide.
Joint Commission: 7 Ways to Prevent Workplace Violence in Healthcare Without Adding Security
Implementing certain policies and procedures at your hospital can make a big impact on workplace violence prevention efforts.
Is The HITECH Act Working? A Summary of its Effect on Healthcare
Below we summarize the HITECH Act’s success based on the goals of its creators.
Flu Epidemic Closes Schools in at Least 14 States
One elementary school in Oregon was closed for a week after 43 percent of its students and staff were affected by the flu.
CDC Report Shows LGB Students Have Bigger Health Risks
Lesbian, gay and bisexual students were more likely to experience dating violence, attempt suicide and try illegal drugs.
Researchers: 1 in 7 Children Have Some Form of Disorder
A study showed many children with disorders come from impoverished homes or homes where English isn’t spoken.
Some School Districts Adopting Later Start Time for Students
About 70 of the nation’s 24,000 school districts have moved their start time.
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