A new study in the Journal of the American Medical Association finds the health of our children has deteriorated significantly over the last 18 years. Dr. Céline Gounder joins to discuss.
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- Study finds significant decline in U.S. children's health over the last 18 years. 7s
- American infants are nearly twice as likely to die as those in other high-income countries. 40s
- Firearm injuries and motor vehicle crashes are top causes of death for older children and teens. 1m 5s
- Rates of obesity, premature puberty, and mental health issues are rising among U.S. children. 2m 33s
- Experts link worsening child health to policy decisions, including cuts to health programs and lack of universal coverage. 1m 35s