CDC estimates 3 in 4 kids have had coronavirus infections

by Mike StobbeBoxes of KN95 protective masks are stacked together before being distributed to students at Camden High School in Camden, N.J., Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022. According to a study by the Cente

Updated on: February 29,2024

CDC estimates 3 in 4 kids have had coronavirus infections

by Mike StobbeBoxes of KN95 protective masks are stacked together before being distributed to students at Camden High School in Camden, N.J., Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022. According to a study by the Cente

Updated on:February 29,2024

Black children less likely to be prescribed antibiotics

Black children are less likely to be prescribed antibiotics and to be diagnosed with conditions that require antibiotics, even when treated by the same doctor, according to research published online M

Updated on: March 02,2024

Black children less likely to be prescribed antibiotics

Black children are less likely to be prescribed antibiotics and to be diagnosed with conditions that require antibiotics, even when treated by the same doctor, according to research published online M

Updated on:March 02,2024

Toxic metals in baby food: Researchers find 'concerning' gaps in US regulations

by University at BuffaloCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainRice cereal, formula, purees and puffs. They're among the most popular products purchased from the baby food aisle. And they share one

Updated on: April 13,2024

Toxic metals in baby food: Researchers find 'concerning' gaps in US regulations

by University at BuffaloCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainRice cereal, formula, purees and puffs. They're among the most popular products purchased from the baby food aisle. And they share one

Updated on:April 13,2024

Suspected suicide attempts by poisoning among US children rose 26.7% from 2015 to 2020, study finds

by University of VirginiaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainSuspected suicide attempts by poisoning among children ages 6-19 reported to U.S. poison centers increased 26.7% between 2015 and 2020, w

Updated on: May 13,2024

Suspected suicide attempts by poisoning among US children rose 26.7% from 2015 to 2020, study finds

by University of VirginiaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainSuspected suicide attempts by poisoning among children ages 6-19 reported to U.S. poison centers increased 26.7% between 2015 and 2020, w

Updated on:May 13,2024

Researchers assess effectiveness of telemedicine for pediatric patients with genetic conditions

by Children's Hospital of PhiladelphiaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new study from researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) found that using telemedicine to evaluate

Updated on: April 25,2024

Researchers assess effectiveness of telemedicine for pediatric patients with genetic conditions

by Children's Hospital of PhiladelphiaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new study from researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) found that using telemedicine to evaluate

Updated on:April 25,2024

Omicron wave did not spur parents to get their kids vaccinated

by Peter Ramjug,Northeastern UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainParents may have become skeptical of COVID-19 vaccines after seeing breakthrough omicron infections over the winter, causi

Updated on: February 22,2024

Omicron wave did not spur parents to get their kids vaccinated

by Peter Ramjug,Northeastern UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainParents may have become skeptical of COVID-19 vaccines after seeing breakthrough omicron infections over the winter, causi

Updated on:February 22,2024

Research shows regional disparities in rates of parental incarceration among Minnesota youth

by Abbey Lemke,University of Minnesota Medical SchoolCredit: CC0 Public DomainNew findings from the University of Minnesota Medical School showed 17% of Minnesota youth have had a parent go to j

Updated on: May 19,2024

Research shows regional disparities in rates of parental incarceration among Minnesota youth

by Abbey Lemke,University of Minnesota Medical SchoolCredit: CC0 Public DomainNew findings from the University of Minnesota Medical School showed 17% of Minnesota youth have had a parent go to j

Updated on:May 19,2024

Shielding children from food insecurity provides almost no protection from psychological problems

by McGill UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainIt's easy to imagine the emotional distress of both parents and children in families where there isn't enough to eat. Especially if i

Updated on: February 29,2024

Shielding children from food insecurity provides almost no protection from psychological problems

by McGill UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainIt's easy to imagine the emotional distress of both parents and children in families where there isn't enough to eat. Especially if i

Updated on:February 29,2024

Study validates new scale for measuring pandemic-related traumatic stress in children and adults

by Environmental influences on Child Health OutcomesBoxplots of ECHO COVID-19 Pandemic-Related Traumatic Stress Scale Score Distribution, by Subgroup SampleNote. Pregnant/postpartum (n = 1,656) and ad

Updated on: April 24,2024

Study validates new scale for measuring pandemic-related traumatic stress in children and adults

by Environmental influences on Child Health OutcomesBoxplots of ECHO COVID-19 Pandemic-Related Traumatic Stress Scale Score Distribution, by Subgroup SampleNote. Pregnant/postpartum (n = 1,656) and ad

Updated on:April 24,2024

Researchers work on healthy eating guidelines for childcare services

by University of WollongongUOW Professor Tony Okely and his team have been researching healthy eating and physical activity guidelines forchildren. Credit: University of WollongongIn 2017,

Updated on: April 24,2024

Researchers work on healthy eating guidelines for childcare services

by University of WollongongUOW Professor Tony Okely and his team have been researching healthy eating and physical activity guidelines forchildren. Credit: University of WollongongIn 2017,

Updated on:April 24,2024

Childhood lead exposure tied to worse cognitive function in late life

Exposure to lead in childhood is associated with worse cognitive functioning in late life, according to a study published in the Nov. 11 issue ofScience Advances.Haena Lee, Ph.D., from Sungkyunk

Updated on: March 11,2024

Childhood lead exposure tied to worse cognitive function in late life

Exposure to lead in childhood is associated with worse cognitive functioning in late life, according to a study published in the Nov. 11 issue ofScience Advances.Haena Lee, Ph.D., from Sungkyunk

Updated on:March 11,2024

UN slams 'aggressive' formula milk marketing

by Christophe VogtIt is widely recognised that breastfeeding brings huge health benefits.The United Nations slammed baby formula makers Wednesday for "unethical" marketing strategies, accusi

Updated on: February 22,2024

UN slams 'aggressive' formula milk marketing

by Christophe VogtIt is widely recognised that breastfeeding brings huge health benefits.The United Nations slammed baby formula makers Wednesday for "unethical" marketing strategies, accusi

Updated on:February 22,2024