Two common IV fluids perform equally well for treating septic shock in kids

byAnn & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of ChicagoCredit: RDNE Stock project from PexelsA randomized clinical trial conducted across five countries in 47 pediatric emergency departments, i

Updated on: June 27,2026

Two common IV fluids perform equally well for treating septic shock in kids

byAnn & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of ChicagoCredit: RDNE Stock project from PexelsA randomized clinical trial conducted across five countries in 47 pediatric emergency departments, i

Updated on:June 27,2026

Study suggests children with ear tubes may safely swim in treated pools

byAmerican Academy of OtolaryngologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA newstudypublished inOtolaryngology−Head and Neck Surgery, finds that children with tympanostomy tubes who swim in treated pools a

Updated on: May 09,2026

Study suggests children with ear tubes may safely swim in treated pools

byAmerican Academy of OtolaryngologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA newstudypublished inOtolaryngology−Head and Neck Surgery, finds that children with tympanostomy tubes who swim in treated pools a

Updated on:May 09,2026

Study finds screen time among children and adolescents has increased over 3 decades—especially after COVID-19

byUniversity of TurkuCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe first systematic review to track long-term trends across pre- and post-pandemic periods finds a dramatic rise in screen use among children an

Updated on: May 04,2026

Study finds screen time among children and adolescents has increased over 3 decades—especially after COVID-19

byUniversity of TurkuCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe first systematic review to track long-term trends across pre- and post-pandemic periods finds a dramatic rise in screen use among children an

Updated on:May 04,2026

Premature and small births are linked to lifelong learning problems

byPaul Arnold, Medical XpressCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainBeing born early or at a lower weight is linked to lower IQ scores and poorer educational outcomes in school and beyond, according to a n

Updated on: April 30,2026

Premature and small births are linked to lifelong learning problems

byPaul Arnold, Medical XpressCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainBeing born early or at a lower weight is linked to lower IQ scores and poorer educational outcomes in school and beyond, according to a n

Updated on:April 30,2026

Babies may share mini stories with their parents before they can talk

byUniversity of Strathclyde, GlasgowCredit: William Fortunato from PexelsNew research suggests that babies take part in simple, story-like interactions with their parents long before they learn words,

Updated on: April 27,2026

Babies may share mini stories with their parents before they can talk

byUniversity of Strathclyde, GlasgowCredit: William Fortunato from PexelsNew research suggests that babies take part in simple, story-like interactions with their parents long before they learn words,

Updated on:April 27,2026

World is falling behind on UN's child mortality Sustainable Development Goal

byPublic Library of ScienceYears in which the U5MR reduction target is expected to be achieved. U5MR: under-5 mortality rate. Credit:PLOS One(2026). DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0343745A new study tracki

Updated on: April 16,2026

World is falling behind on UN's child mortality Sustainable Development Goal

byPublic Library of ScienceYears in which the U5MR reduction target is expected to be achieved. U5MR: under-5 mortality rate. Credit:PLOS One(2026). DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0343745A new study tracki

Updated on:April 16,2026

Children and teenagers more open to meat free diets—but struggle to maintain it

byUniversity of ExeterCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainLots of children and teenagers are open to a vegetarian or vegan diet and cut out meat but then struggle to keep it up, according to a new study

Updated on: April 13,2026

Children and teenagers more open to meat free diets—but struggle to maintain it

byUniversity of ExeterCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainLots of children and teenagers are open to a vegetarian or vegan diet and cut out meat but then struggle to keep it up, according to a new study

Updated on:April 13,2026

Young children more likely to visit ER after virtual care than in-person visits, study shows

byThe Hospital for Sick ChildrenCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new Ontario-based study finds that children aged three months to two years are more likely to visit the emergency department (ED) wit

Updated on: January 21,2026

Young children more likely to visit ER after virtual care than in-person visits, study shows

byThe Hospital for Sick ChildrenCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new Ontario-based study finds that children aged three months to two years are more likely to visit the emergency department (ED) wit

Updated on:January 21,2026

Short, light-intensity exercise can boost executive function and elevate mood in children

byWaseda UniversityThe findings show that short-duration, light exercises can significantly improve inhibitory control and elevate mood in children, offering valuable insights for practical interventi

Updated on: January 20,2026

Short, light-intensity exercise can boost executive function and elevate mood in children

byWaseda UniversityThe findings show that short-duration, light exercises can significantly improve inhibitory control and elevate mood in children, offering valuable insights for practical interventi

Updated on:January 20,2026

Rural residents have less access to neonatal intensive care

by Savannah Erdman,University of MinnesotaCredit: Vidal Balielo Jr. from PexelsFor many newborn infants, access to a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) can mean the difference between life and death.

Updated on: January 08,2026

Rural residents have less access to neonatal intensive care

by Savannah Erdman,University of MinnesotaCredit: Vidal Balielo Jr. from PexelsFor many newborn infants, access to a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) can mean the difference between life and death.

Updated on:January 08,2026

How a healthy gut could help your baby sleep better

by Manal Mohammed,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWhen babies struggle with poor sleep, parents often suffer right alongside them. Growing evidence shows that a baby's gut health

Updated on: January 04,2026

How a healthy gut could help your baby sleep better

by Manal Mohammed,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWhen babies struggle with poor sleep, parents often suffer right alongside them. Growing evidence shows that a baby's gut health

Updated on:January 04,2026

Protecting infants from RSV: Expert explains safety, efficacy of preventive treatments

by Hayley Mignacca,University of Massachusetts Medical SchoolCredit: Karola G from PexelsThe recent safety review of two approved RSV preventive treatments for infants initiated by the U.S. Food and D

Updated on: January 04,2026

Protecting infants from RSV: Expert explains safety, efficacy of preventive treatments

by Hayley Mignacca,University of Massachusetts Medical SchoolCredit: Karola G from PexelsThe recent safety review of two approved RSV preventive treatments for infants initiated by the U.S. Food and D

Updated on:January 04,2026