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Toxins in household dust may be harmful to kids
Most of the dust that coats your furniture and floors comes from outdoors and can pose a health threat, a new study suggests.
BPA in canned foods could harm children, group says
Measurable levels of the chemical additive bisphenol A (BPA) were found in a variety of canned goods, including some that claimed to be BPA-free, according to an analysis released this week by the nonprofit advocacy group Consumers Union.
Toxic toys? Health group finds high lead levels
Children's toys carrying the Barbie and Disney logos have turned up with high levels of lead in them, according to a California-based advocacy group — a finding that may give consumers pause as they shop for the holiday season.
Allergies
Should I Be Worried If My Child Has Allergies to Medications?
There are many instances where a child may be labeled as allergic to a medication,
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Diagnosis of Food Allergy in Kids More Common Than a Decade Ago
As no-nut policies are adopted by schools and childcare centers nationwide, parents are becoming more aware of food allergies — and what to watch for in their own kids. 
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Can a baby be allergic to breastmilk?
It is not really possible for your baby to be allergic to your breastmilk. 
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Feeding Baby: How to Avoid Food Allergies
Starting to feed a baby solid foods is an exciting milestone for parents -- and one that also comes with a lot of new questions and concerns. What’s the best way to avoid food allergies once your baby has mastered single-grain cereals and is ready to move on to new foods? What foods are most likely to cause allergies in babies?
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Exposure to Peanuts May Build Tolerance to Allergy
Exposing children with peanut allergies to a carefully administered daily oral dose of peanuts helped them build tolerance to the point where some of them appear to have lost their allergies, a new study found.
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