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Silver Spring, MD – American adults suffered about 14 million major medical conditions related to smoking in 2009, according to a new report from the Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

San Diego – The vast majority of parents in a recent study made at least one critical error when installing or handling car seats for their infants, according to research presented Oct. 13 at the American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition.

Minneapolis – The risks of prescription opioids outweigh the benefits of their treatment for some chronic pain, the American Academy of Neurology said in a position statement released Sept. 30.

Washington – A recent survey of more than 1,000 teens found that almost half have been distracted by a mobile device when walking across a street.

McLean, VA – A new online resource is available to help people who have serious food allergies.

Washington – Nine out of 10 parents move their child from a booster seat to a safety belt too early, according to a new report from Safe Kids Worldwide.

Washington – The Consumer Product Safety Commission is urging parents to be aware of the serious hazards posed by magnet sets used in desk toys and puzzles.

Foshan, China – In addition to increasing the risk of diabetes development, pre-diabetes is associated with an increased risk of cancer, according to a new study out of China.

Atlanta – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has published new guidelines intended to keep swimmers at public pools safe and healthy.