Doctors report rising vaccine delay requests from parents
A national survey of 534 pediatric and family practitioners finds most see some parents delaying vaccines for children under two months, with about a quarter noting increases from last year. The study links delays to potential disease outbreaks, including measles, and shows few doctors refuse such requests.
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Vaccination schedules urged for children under two
The American Academy of Pediatrics notes concerns about unvaccinated children spreading disease and urges vaccines for 14 diseases starting at birth. Some shots combine vaccines, including measles protection for mumps and German measles. Delaying doses risks lower effectiveness and missed vaccinations, says Dr. Robert French of Cincinnati Children’s Hospital.
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Topeka poster sparks right wing clash with schools
In Topeka a long standing dispute over public education flares as Tower of Pristine Virtue pushes a law. A Shawnee Mission teacher reportedly posted a sexually themed classroom poster last year. The incident underscores ongoing tensions between education and conservative groups.
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Debating Kansas Sex Education Law SB 56 Sparks School Worry
Kyra Haas and Wes Crenshaw discuss SB 56 amid concerns it narrows sex education and invites prosecution. They warn teachers may avoid topics to dodge liability, while debates hinge on what counts as material harmful to minors and the impact on classroom dialogue.
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Healthy family meals and activity tips for kids
A guide from LMH emphasizes daily tasks and better school performance through healthy eating. It recommends three meals plus snacks, cooking together, a varied shopping cart with fruits vegetables whole grains lean protein and low fat dairy, and limiting high fat high sugar foods and fast food.
Nutrition Carnival Aims to Promote Healthy Eating at Lawrence Library
The free Nutrition Carnival runs 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Lawrence Public Library to teach healthy eating and physical activity. Guidance from CDC and HealthyChildren.org stresses limits on screen time and daily activity for children and adolescents. Aynsley Anderson of Lawrence Memorial Hospital, sponsor of WellCommons, is the contact for more information.
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