High levels of PFAS detected in school uniforms

by Green Science Policy InstituteCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainMillions of schoolchildren in the U.S. and Canada are exposed to potentially harmful levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (P

Updated on: June 01,2024

High levels of PFAS detected in school uniforms

by Green Science Policy InstituteCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainMillions of schoolchildren in the U.S. and Canada are exposed to potentially harmful levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (P

Updated on:June 01,2024

New study strengthens evidence that infections in pregnant mothers raise risk for leukemia in babies

by Bob Yirka , Medical XpressStratified Association of Maternal Infection for Any Childhood Leukemia by Diagnosis Age. All models were adjusted for maternal age, educational level, parity, cohabitatio

Updated on: April 20,2024

New study strengthens evidence that infections in pregnant mothers raise risk for leukemia in babies

by Bob Yirka , Medical XpressStratified Association of Maternal Infection for Any Childhood Leukemia by Diagnosis Age. All models were adjusted for maternal age, educational level, parity, cohabitatio

Updated on:April 20,2024

Identification of tunnels connecting neurons in the developing brain

by Pasteur InstituteExample of 3D imaging of segmented granule cells shown in green and orange, with nuclei in blue and purple respectively, and mitochondria in yellow. A thin connection can be s

Updated on: April 01,2024

Identification of tunnels connecting neurons in the developing brain

by Pasteur InstituteExample of 3D imaging of segmented granule cells shown in green and orange, with nuclei in blue and purple respectively, and mitochondria in yellow. A thin connection can be s

Updated on:April 01,2024

Study finds that most teens have a healthy relationship with digital technology

by JMIR PublicationsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainParents play a major role in determining whether teens' use of digital technology is healthy or puts their mental and physical health at risk,

Updated on: May 13,2024

Study finds that most teens have a healthy relationship with digital technology

by JMIR PublicationsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainParents play a major role in determining whether teens' use of digital technology is healthy or puts their mental and physical health at risk,

Updated on:May 13,2024

Study finds long COVID-19 in children less common than in adults

by Children's Hospital ColoradoResults of multi-site retrospective cohort study of more than 650,000 children. Credit: Kristen Dancel-Manning, NYU LangoneA new study conducted by the National Inst

Updated on: May 13,2024

Study finds long COVID-19 in children less common than in adults

by Children's Hospital ColoradoResults of multi-site retrospective cohort study of more than 650,000 children. Credit: Kristen Dancel-Manning, NYU LangoneA new study conducted by the National Inst

Updated on:May 13,2024

Child abuse investigations may not prevent poor sexual health outcomes in girls

by Pennsylvania State UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainThe Child Protective Services (CPS) system aims to investigate and intervene in cases of child abuse and neglect, but a new study suggests

Updated on: February 27,2024

Child abuse investigations may not prevent poor sexual health outcomes in girls

by Pennsylvania State UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainThe Child Protective Services (CPS) system aims to investigate and intervene in cases of child abuse and neglect, but a new study suggests

Updated on:February 27,2024

A quarter of teens with autism go undiagnosed, researchers find

by Andrew Smith,Rutgers UniversityNew Jersey Autism Study Surveillance Process, 16-year-olds, Surveillance Cycle 2014. ASD indicates autism spectrum disorder.aPopulation denominators were

Updated on: May 05,2024

A quarter of teens with autism go undiagnosed, researchers find

by Andrew Smith,Rutgers UniversityNew Jersey Autism Study Surveillance Process, 16-year-olds, Surveillance Cycle 2014. ASD indicates autism spectrum disorder.aPopulation denominators were

Updated on:May 05,2024

Ask the pediatrician: How can children stay safe on the way to school?

by Phyllis AgranCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainQ: How old should kids be before biking or walking to school, and what are some tips to help keep them safe?A: Walking and bike riding are healthy ways

Updated on: June 05,2024

Ask the pediatrician: How can children stay safe on the way to school?

by Phyllis AgranCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainQ: How old should kids be before biking or walking to school, and what are some tips to help keep them safe?A: Walking and bike riding are healthy ways

Updated on:June 05,2024

'Good job brushing your teeth!' Study shows parent praise might encourage children's persistence

by Society for Research in Child DevelopmentCredit: CC0 Public DomainTo become healthy and successful adults, children need to persist on tasks that they might not necessarily consider easy or fu

Updated on: February 20,2024

'Good job brushing your teeth!' Study shows parent praise might encourage children's persistence

by Society for Research in Child DevelopmentCredit: CC0 Public DomainTo become healthy and successful adults, children need to persist on tasks that they might not necessarily consider easy or fu

Updated on:February 20,2024

Teens not getting enough sleep may consume 4.5 extra pounds of sugar during a school year

by Tyler Stahle,Brigham Young UniversityNew research from BYU conducted at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center says insufficient sleep also increases the risk of weight gain and ot

Updated on: February 20,2024

Teens not getting enough sleep may consume 4.5 extra pounds of sugar during a school year

by Tyler Stahle,Brigham Young UniversityNew research from BYU conducted at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center says insufficient sleep also increases the risk of weight gain and ot

Updated on:February 20,2024

Antibiotics for common childhood infections no longer effective in many parts of the world, finds study

by University of SydneyDr Phoebe Williams is an Infectious disease specialist working to reduce antimicrobial resistance. In the photo she is working in Kenya. Credit: Hamish Gregory.A new study

Updated on: April 18,2024

Antibiotics for common childhood infections no longer effective in many parts of the world, finds study

by University of SydneyDr Phoebe Williams is an Infectious disease specialist working to reduce antimicrobial resistance. In the photo she is working in Kenya. Credit: Hamish Gregory.A new study

Updated on:April 18,2024

Perinatal health risks increase in people with disabilities, finds study

People reporting disabilities are more likely to have smoked during pregnancy and have an increased risk for preterm birth and low birthweight, according to a study published online Sept. 21 inH

Updated on: May 13,2024

Perinatal health risks increase in people with disabilities, finds study

People reporting disabilities are more likely to have smoked during pregnancy and have an increased risk for preterm birth and low birthweight, according to a study published online Sept. 21 inH

Updated on:May 13,2024