1 in 5 children have levels of 'forever chemicals' above safety limits, finds study

by University of BergenCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPer- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of synthetic chemicals found in everyday consumer products, including clothes, cosm

Updated on: April 18,2024

1 in 5 children have levels of 'forever chemicals' above safety limits, finds study

by University of BergenCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPer- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of synthetic chemicals found in everyday consumer products, including clothes, cosm

Updated on:April 18,2024

New super-pulsed thulium fiber laser improves treatment results in pediatric patients with urinary stones

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA new thulium fiber laser system may provide improved outcomes in the treatment of urinary stones for pediatric patients, compared to the

Updated on: May 25,2024

New super-pulsed thulium fiber laser improves treatment results in pediatric patients with urinary stones

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA new thulium fiber laser system may provide improved outcomes in the treatment of urinary stones for pediatric patients, compared to the

Updated on:May 25,2024

Here's how to make summer sports camp a safe adventure for your kid

by Cara MurezIf your child is in sports camp this summer, you'll want them to have fun and stay safe.The National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) offers some tips on dealing with existin

Updated on: April 17,2024

Here's how to make summer sports camp a safe adventure for your kid

by Cara MurezIf your child is in sports camp this summer, you'll want them to have fun and stay safe.The National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) offers some tips on dealing with existin

Updated on:April 17,2024

1990 to 2019 saw decrease in global burden of childhood cancer

The global burden of childhood cancer has been decreasing since 1990, according to a study published online June 11 in theJournal of Advanced Research.Ying Wu, from the College of Medicine at Zh

Updated on: March 19,2024

1990 to 2019 saw decrease in global burden of childhood cancer

The global burden of childhood cancer has been decreasing since 1990, according to a study published online June 11 in theJournal of Advanced Research.Ying Wu, from the College of Medicine at Zh

Updated on:March 19,2024

Study shows increasing firearm deaths among Texas school-age children

by Gisele Galoustian,Florida Atlantic UniversityFrom 1999 to 2020 there were 4,090 firearm fatalities among Texas school-age children. Following significant declines from 1999 to 2013, firearm f

Updated on: April 24,2024

Study shows increasing firearm deaths among Texas school-age children

by Gisele Galoustian,Florida Atlantic UniversityFrom 1999 to 2020 there were 4,090 firearm fatalities among Texas school-age children. Following significant declines from 1999 to 2013, firearm f

Updated on:April 24,2024

Study finds 'hidden' child victims in violent homes face long wait for help

by University of Western AustraliaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new study has found children exposed to domestic and family violence were at a much higher risk of problems such as anxiety, d

Updated on: May 10,2024

Study finds 'hidden' child victims in violent homes face long wait for help

by University of Western AustraliaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new study has found children exposed to domestic and family violence were at a much higher risk of problems such as anxiety, d

Updated on:May 10,2024

What nap times reveal about your child's brain development

by Economic and Social Research CouncilCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainInfants who nap a lot have smaller vocabularies and poorer cognitive skills—according to new research from the University of Eas

Updated on: June 04,2024

What nap times reveal about your child's brain development

by Economic and Social Research CouncilCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainInfants who nap a lot have smaller vocabularies and poorer cognitive skills—according to new research from the University of Eas

Updated on:June 04,2024

Consuming sweeteners during pregnancy may affect baby's microbiome and obesity risk

by FrontiersCredit: CC0 Public DomainA new study investigates the link between consuming sweeteners during pregnancy and a child's risk of obesity. Pregnant rats fed with stevia or aspartame

Updated on: February 21,2024

Consuming sweeteners during pregnancy may affect baby's microbiome and obesity risk

by FrontiersCredit: CC0 Public DomainA new study investigates the link between consuming sweeteners during pregnancy and a child's risk of obesity. Pregnant rats fed with stevia or aspartame

Updated on:February 21,2024

Metabolism of COVID-19 antibodies from convalescent plasma suggests possible safe treatment for high risk children

by Johns Hopkins University School of MedicineA prospective study by Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers demonstrates that convalescent plasma (shown here)—a blood product collected from patients

Updated on: February 22,2024

Metabolism of COVID-19 antibodies from convalescent plasma suggests possible safe treatment for high risk children

by Johns Hopkins University School of MedicineA prospective study by Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers demonstrates that convalescent plasma (shown here)—a blood product collected from patients

Updated on:February 22,2024

Young kids avoid one learning trap that often snares adults

by Jeff Grabmeier,The Ohio State UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainChildren have a secret power that helps them avoid a "learning trap" that adults may sometimes fall into: K

Updated on: June 01,2024

Young kids avoid one learning trap that often snares adults

by Jeff Grabmeier,The Ohio State UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainChildren have a secret power that helps them avoid a "learning trap" that adults may sometimes fall into: K

Updated on:June 01,2024

Researchers document how surge of cheap, flavored cigars targets young consumers

by Andrew Smith,Rutgers UniversityScreenshot from the Backwoods website distinguishes products available in California compared to the rest of the country, due to California’s law prohibiting th

Updated on: April 25,2024

Researchers document how surge of cheap, flavored cigars targets young consumers

by Andrew Smith,Rutgers UniversityScreenshot from the Backwoods website distinguishes products available in California compared to the rest of the country, due to California’s law prohibiting th

Updated on:April 25,2024

Limit screen use in children under six, says psychologist

by Taylor & FrancisCredit: Routledge"Children who are in regular contact with mobile phone screens, tablets or computers are more irritable and have worse attention, memory and concentra

Updated on: June 01,2024

Limit screen use in children under six, says psychologist

by Taylor & FrancisCredit: Routledge"Children who are in regular contact with mobile phone screens, tablets or computers are more irritable and have worse attention, memory and concentra

Updated on:June 01,2024