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Study finds youth exposed to environmental tobacco smoke had lower wheezing risk when on a higher quality diet

Study finds youth exposed to environmental tobacco smoke had lower wheezing risk when on a higher quality diet

by The Mount Sinai HospitalCredit: CC0 Public DomainMore than four million adolescents in the United States have asthma, and many more youth who have not received official diagnosis of this airwa

Study finds youth exposed to environmental tobacco smoke had lower wheezing risk when on a higher quality diet

by The Mount Sinai HospitalCredit: CC0 Public DomainMore than four million adolescents in the United States have asthma, and many more youth who have not received official diagnosis of this airwa
Ask the Pediatrician: How should parents talk to their kids about abuse in sports?

Ask the Pediatrician: How should parents talk to their kids about abuse in sports?

by Dr. Stacy W. Thomas and Dr. Michele LaBotzCredit: CC0 Public DomainQ: My daughter is on a gymnastics team. How do I talk to her about the risks of sexual abuse in sports?A: Getting involved in spor

Ask the Pediatrician: How should parents talk to their kids about abuse in sports?

by Dr. Stacy W. Thomas and Dr. Michele LaBotzCredit: CC0 Public DomainQ: My daughter is on a gymnastics team. How do I talk to her about the risks of sexual abuse in sports?A: Getting involved in spor
World-first study reveals true cost of child abuse on South Australia's public hospital system

World-first study reveals true cost of child abuse on South Australia's public hospital system

by University of South AustraliaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain"Intervene before harms escalate" is the message from University of South Australia researchers as a new study reveals

World-first study reveals true cost of child abuse on South Australia's public hospital system

by University of South AustraliaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain"Intervene before harms escalate" is the message from University of South Australia researchers as a new study reveals
Mystery of children's 'chalky teeth' explained

Mystery of children's 'chalky teeth' explained

by Science in PublicSide of mouth: Early signs of chalky teeth include creamy-brown patches (pictured) or extra-white spots on the teeth. Credit: The D3 GroupOne in five children have chalky toot

Mystery of children's 'chalky teeth' explained

by Science in PublicSide of mouth: Early signs of chalky teeth include creamy-brown patches (pictured) or extra-white spots on the teeth. Credit: The D3 GroupOne in five children have chalky toot
Gender stereotypes can impact the diagnosis of girls with developmental language disorder

Gender stereotypes can impact the diagnosis of girls with developmental language disorder

by Universitat Oberta de CatalunyaDetecting and diagnosing developmental language disorders in girls is made more difficult by gender stereotypes and myths. Credit: Cottonbro studio, PexelsDevelopment

Gender stereotypes can impact the diagnosis of girls with developmental language disorder

by Universitat Oberta de CatalunyaDetecting and diagnosing developmental language disorders in girls is made more difficult by gender stereotypes and myths. Credit: Cottonbro studio, PexelsDevelopment
Very few children with obesity transition to a healthy weight, finds study

Very few children with obesity transition to a healthy weight, finds study

by Lori SolomonMore children with overweight move to a healthier weight over two years than do children with obesity, according to a study published online Sept. 20 inPLOS ONE.Byron A. Foster, M

Very few children with obesity transition to a healthy weight, finds study

by Lori SolomonMore children with overweight move to a healthier weight over two years than do children with obesity, according to a study published online Sept. 20 inPLOS ONE.Byron A. Foster, M
Are health professionals in India adequately supporting breastfeeding?

Are health professionals in India adequately supporting breastfeeding?

by WileyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA review inClinical & Experimental Allergyhighlights a problematic relationship between the infant formula industry and allergy health pro

Are health professionals in India adequately supporting breastfeeding?

by WileyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA review inClinical & Experimental Allergyhighlights a problematic relationship between the infant formula industry and allergy health pro
Ask the Pediatrician: What is the best first sport for kids?

Ask the Pediatrician: What is the best first sport for kids?

by Dr. W. Steen JamesCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainI always tell parents that for many reasons, swimming should be the first sport a child learns.Swimming is a fun, relaxing activity that fuels bra

Ask the Pediatrician: What is the best first sport for kids?

by Dr. W. Steen JamesCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainI always tell parents that for many reasons, swimming should be the first sport a child learns.Swimming is a fun, relaxing activity that fuels bra
Electric scooter injuries increased more than 70% in youth age 18 and younger from 2020–2021, says new analysis

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

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
Guidelines may promote over-diagnosis of cow's milk allergy in infants

Guidelines may promote over-diagnosis of cow's milk allergy in infants

by University of BristolCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainInternational guidelines developed to help doctors diagnose cow's milk allergy may lead to over-diagnosis, according to University of

Guidelines may promote over-diagnosis of cow's milk allergy in infants

by University of BristolCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainInternational guidelines developed to help doctors diagnose cow's milk allergy may lead to over-diagnosis, according to University of
Transgender, gender-questioning teens have worse health outcomes

Transgender, gender-questioning teens have worse health outcomes

Compared with cisgender youth, transgender and gender-questioning youth have increased risk factors and worse outcomes in five health domains, according to a study published in the April 19 issue of t

Transgender, gender-questioning teens have worse health outcomes

Compared with cisgender youth, transgender and gender-questioning youth have increased risk factors and worse outcomes in five health domains, according to a study published in the April 19 issue of t
New study finds COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated anxiety and depression in racial and ethnic minority children

New study finds COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated anxiety and depression in racial and ethnic minority children

by Boston Medical CenterCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainNew research has determined that the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic led to increased depression, anxiety, and social risks among urba

New study finds COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated anxiety and depression in racial and ethnic minority children

by Boston Medical CenterCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainNew research has determined that the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic led to increased depression, anxiety, and social risks among urba