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The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) warned about children’s screen time in an advisory released Wednesday, citing impacts on sleep and mental health. The “Surgeon General’s Warning on ...

The U.S. surgeon general’s office wants you to crack down on screen time for your kids, according to a newly published advisory. Released May 20, even as President Donald Trump's nominee for surgeon ...

Too much screen use among kids and teens – including endless social media scrolling, nonstop texting and hours of video games – can be harmful, and it has become a public health concern in the United ...

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The post of surgeon general has remained empty since President Trump took office last year. By Dani Blum The surgeon general’s office on Wednesday issued a warning about the dangers of screen time for ...

The U.S. Office of the Surgeon General is recommending that schools limit students’ screen time to improve their focus and learning capabilities, as well as their physical and mental health. The ...

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Abstract: Excessive screen time has become a global concern with potential implications on the behavioral and academic outcomes of youth. In this study, we analyze a dataset of children aged 5–15 to ...

More screen time among children and teens is linked to higher risks of heart and metabolic problems, particularly when combined with insufficient sleep. Danish researchers discovered a measurable rise ...