Regular exposure to agricultural pesticides might increase the risk of Parkinson’s disease (PD), according to a study published in Archives of Neurology.

According to the American Parkinson’s Disease Association, Inc., Parkinson’s disease (known as PD) affects more than 1.5 million Americans and almost 50,000 new cases are diagnosed each year.

Recent research from the Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) has identified genes that contribute to the early onset of Parkinson’s disease and might help to identify techniques capable of delaying symptoms.

The 9/11 terrorist attacks are the subject of a new course that will be taught in America’s classrooms.

Parents face unique challenges after divorce—perhaps none more daunting than promoting and maintaining their children’s healthy lifestyles as they shuttle between two homes.

The recession has put countless families under increased financial strain, one of the leading causes of divorce. But instead of increasing divorce rates, the recession has had the opposite effect because many families can’t afford to maintain two - by - May 28,2009

For more than two decades, states around the country have required divorced parents to provide local courts with documentation detailing parenting schedules. Further legislation by some states orders children to spend a certain amount of time wit - by - Mar 25,2009

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than nine million American children are overweight or obese—a reality that is putting more children at risk during and after surgery.

Knowing what to tell your children about verbal peer intimidation, especially if they are being bullied, can be difficult.

With the launch of educational websites and software, more kids are being taught that volunteering and teamwork are important. But is it working?