Researchers address uncertainty around ACL treatment decisions in young athletes

by Joanne Barker,Children's Hospital BostonACL injuries have become increasingly common in prepubescent and adolescent athletes. The PLUTO study aims to close the gap in knowledge about how

Updated on: April 25,2024

Researchers address uncertainty around ACL treatment decisions in young athletes

by Joanne Barker,Children's Hospital BostonACL injuries have become increasingly common in prepubescent and adolescent athletes. The PLUTO study aims to close the gap in knowledge about how

Updated on:April 25,2024

AAO: Research highlights vision issues seen in pediatric sickle cell disease

by Elana GotkineFor pediatric patients with sickle cell disease (SCD), ophthalmologic complications include nonproliferative retinopathy (NPR) and proliferative retinopathy (PR), which occur in 33 and

Updated on: March 19,2024

AAO: Research highlights vision issues seen in pediatric sickle cell disease

by Elana GotkineFor pediatric patients with sickle cell disease (SCD), ophthalmologic complications include nonproliferative retinopathy (NPR) and proliferative retinopathy (PR), which occur in 33 and

Updated on:March 19,2024

Study highlights the importance of earlier contact between mothers and premature babies

by University of Agder"The mothers felt that early skin-to-skin contact promoted bonding and a feeling of well-being," Føreland says. Credit: Anette Strømsbo Gjørv, Hospital of Southern Norw

Updated on: May 07,2024

Study highlights the importance of earlier contact between mothers and premature babies

by University of Agder"The mothers felt that early skin-to-skin contact promoted bonding and a feeling of well-being," Føreland says. Credit: Anette Strømsbo Gjørv, Hospital of Southern Norw

Updated on:May 07,2024

Impact of COVID-19 social isolation measures on early development

by University of GöttingenChild engaging in passive screen exposure. Credit: Julien MayorAn international consortium with researchers from 13 countries has investigated the impact of COVID-19 rel

Updated on: February 22,2024

Impact of COVID-19 social isolation measures on early development

by University of GöttingenChild engaging in passive screen exposure. Credit: Julien MayorAn international consortium with researchers from 13 countries has investigated the impact of COVID-19 rel

Updated on:February 22,2024

Nanoparticles can cross the placenta during pregnancy, potentially exposing fetus

by Rutgers UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainInhaled nanoparticles—human-made specks so minuscule they can't be seen in conventional microscopes, found in thousands of common products—can cr

Updated on: February 28,2024

Nanoparticles can cross the placenta during pregnancy, potentially exposing fetus

by Rutgers UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainInhaled nanoparticles—human-made specks so minuscule they can't be seen in conventional microscopes, found in thousands of common products—can cr

Updated on:February 28,2024

Study: Flavored cigarette use by children overlooked

by University of StirlingCapsule cigarettes before (top) and after standardized packaging. Credit:Nicotine & Tobacco Research(2022). DOI: 10.1093/ntr/ntac040The widespread use of

Updated on: February 24,2024

Study: Flavored cigarette use by children overlooked

by University of StirlingCapsule cigarettes before (top) and after standardized packaging. Credit:Nicotine & Tobacco Research(2022). DOI: 10.1093/ntr/ntac040The widespread use of

Updated on:February 24,2024

Scientists discover new genetic disease that delays brain development in children

by University of PortsmouthCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainScientists have identified a new genetic disease, which causes some children's brains to develop abnormally, resulting in delayed

Updated on: March 11,2024

Scientists discover new genetic disease that delays brain development in children

by University of PortsmouthCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainScientists have identified a new genetic disease, which causes some children's brains to develop abnormally, resulting in delayed

Updated on:March 11,2024

Live nasal spray flu vaccine is safe for kids with asthma, says study

by Denise MannCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainYearly flu shots are especially important for kids with asthma, as any virus can trigger an asthma attack. But in the not-too-distant future, these kids

Updated on: February 27,2024

Live nasal spray flu vaccine is safe for kids with asthma, says study

by Denise MannCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainYearly flu shots are especially important for kids with asthma, as any virus can trigger an asthma attack. But in the not-too-distant future, these kids

Updated on:February 27,2024

Most babies with sickle cell disease face double disadvantage, say researchers

by University of MichiganNormal blood cells next to a sickle-blood cell, colored scanning electron microscope image. Credit: Wikipedia/Illustration from Anatomy & PhysiologyAs if starting lif

Updated on: February 29,2024

Most babies with sickle cell disease face double disadvantage, say researchers

by University of MichiganNormal blood cells next to a sickle-blood cell, colored scanning electron microscope image. Credit: Wikipedia/Illustration from Anatomy & PhysiologyAs if starting lif

Updated on:February 29,2024

Electric scooter injuries increased more than 70% in youth age 18 and younger from 2020–2021, says new analysis

by American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAs standing electric scooters (e-scooters) have become an increasingly popular mode of transportation, new research finds a 71% i

Updated on: April 20,2024

Electric scooter injuries increased more than 70% in youth age 18 and younger from 2020–2021, says new analysis

by American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAs standing electric scooters (e-scooters) have become an increasingly popular mode of transportation, new research finds a 71% i

Updated on:April 20,2024

Parents underestimate teens' social media use during pandemic

by University of TorontoCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainParents' and adolescents' estimates of adolescent screen use during the first year of the pandemic differed significantly, accord

Updated on: February 20,2024

Parents underestimate teens' social media use during pandemic

by University of TorontoCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainParents' and adolescents' estimates of adolescent screen use during the first year of the pandemic differed significantly, accord

Updated on:February 20,2024

FDA approves Dupixent (dupilumab) for children with eosinophilic esophagitis

by Lori SolomonThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Regeneron's Dupixent (dupilumab) for the treatment of pediatric patients (aged one to 11 years) with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE

Updated on: March 07,2024

FDA approves Dupixent (dupilumab) for children with eosinophilic esophagitis

by Lori SolomonThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Regeneron's Dupixent (dupilumab) for the treatment of pediatric patients (aged one to 11 years) with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE

Updated on:March 07,2024