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When The Wizard of Oz made its television debut, an astounding 53 percent of American households tuned in together. The historic 1956 broadcast turned a classic film into a cherished annual tradition of family connection.
Visiting the clinic can feel intimidating for little ones, but Duke pediatricians found a joyful remedy. More than 100 healthcare workers are providing playful checkups for hundreds of stuffed animals to ease childhood medical anxiety.
If your child screams at the sight of a spider, do not panic about their outdoor future. A Duke University study shows fear of bugs does not stop kids from developing a deep love for nature.
An 85-year-old grandmother in Kerala is opening up the world of literacy to local children using only sand and her own hands. Indira Amma teaches three languages and basic math through a time-honored tradition that makes early education joyful.
Ghana is launching a major initiative to recruit 2,400 social service workers to safeguard vulnerable children nationwide. This historic expansion will ensure remote communities receive the dedicated care, rapid support, and protection they deserve.
TV star Maya Jama proved that true generosity goes far beyond game show victories. After narrowly missing the prize on Celebrity Traitors, she matched the winning fund from her own pocket to support vulnerable children.
Children with achondroplasia may soon replace daily injections with a simple once-a-day pill. Groundbreaking trial results from Cincinnati Children's Hospital offer families renewed freedom and healthy bone growth.
When state funding stopped, an Australian town united to ensure no child missed bedtime stories. Narrabri residents raised over $20,000 in one evening to deliver free monthly books to local preschoolers.
Irena Sendler smuggled babies out of the Warsaw ghetto in toolboxes and coffins, risking torture and death to save 2,500 lives. Despite her heroism, she spent her life insisting she didn't do enough.
A simple liquid applied in seconds could soon replace painful drilling for childhood cavities, after a major clinical trial showed it safely stops tooth decay in young children. The treatment has been used successfully in other countries for decades.
Scientists discovered that pure cranberry juice helps slow dental plaque regrowth and reduces harmful acid in mouths of children and adults. The tart beverage might become a functional drink for oral health.
When British actor Oliver Reed launched into a sexist rant on live TV, Oscar-winning actress Shelley Winters returned to the stage and poured whiskey over his head. Her bold response became an iconic moment in talk show history.
