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Researchers develop first-of-its-kind prediction model for newborn seizures

Researchers develop first-of-its-kind prediction model for newborn seizures

by Children's Hospital of PhiladelphiaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainResearchers from the Neuroscience Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have developed a prediction

Researchers develop first-of-its-kind prediction model for newborn seizures

by Children's Hospital of PhiladelphiaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainResearchers from the Neuroscience Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have developed a prediction
How do we make the best use of blood banks in sub-Saharan Africa?

How do we make the best use of blood banks in sub-Saharan Africa?

by Emily Head,Imperial College LondonCredit: Lennart Wittstock from PexelsBlood transfusions are life-saving, but blood banks often face shortages.This issue is particularly grave in sub-Saharan

How do we make the best use of blood banks in sub-Saharan Africa?

by Emily Head,Imperial College LondonCredit: Lennart Wittstock from PexelsBlood transfusions are life-saving, but blood banks often face shortages.This issue is particularly grave in sub-Saharan
Study: About 22 adolescents died weekly from overdoses in 2022, driven by fentanyl-laced prescription pills

Study: About 22 adolescents died weekly from overdoses in 2022, driven by fentanyl-laced prescription pills

by University of California, Los AngelesCredit: CC0 Public DomainAn average of 22 adolescents 14 to 18 years of age died in the U.S. each week in 2022 from drug overdoses, raising the death rate

Study: About 22 adolescents died weekly from overdoses in 2022, driven by fentanyl-laced prescription pills

by University of California, Los AngelesCredit: CC0 Public DomainAn average of 22 adolescents 14 to 18 years of age died in the U.S. each week in 2022 from drug overdoses, raising the death rate
Drug use beliefs found to be strongest predictor of youth substance use

Drug use beliefs found to be strongest predictor of youth substance use

by Marianne Stein,University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhat are the most important factors to consider for developing effective drug use prevention program

Drug use beliefs found to be strongest predictor of youth substance use

by Marianne Stein,University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhat are the most important factors to consider for developing effective drug use prevention program
Researchers find financial strain due to COVID-19 pandemic took significant toll on adolescent mental health

Researchers find financial strain due to COVID-19 pandemic took significant toll on adolescent mental health

by Children's Hospital of PhiladelphiaLongitudinal Mediation analysis examining the pathway between household wage loss reported in May–June 2020 and youth depressive symptoms reported in May

Researchers find financial strain due to COVID-19 pandemic took significant toll on adolescent mental health

by Children's Hospital of PhiladelphiaLongitudinal Mediation analysis examining the pathway between household wage loss reported in May–June 2020 and youth depressive symptoms reported in May
Food program breaks the link between food insecurity and obesity in children

Food program breaks the link between food insecurity and obesity in children

by Columbia University Irving Medical CenterCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFood FARMacias could be one part of the solution to the nation's growing food insecurity problem, according to a

Food program breaks the link between food insecurity and obesity in children

by Columbia University Irving Medical CenterCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFood FARMacias could be one part of the solution to the nation's growing food insecurity problem, according to a
Study: Social risk screening and referral addresses the high burden of unmet needs among NICU families

Study: Social risk screening and referral addresses the high burden of unmet needs among NICU families

by Boston University School of MedicineCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPoverty and adverse social determinants of health, namely unmet social needs, have well established detrimental effects on

Study: Social risk screening and referral addresses the high burden of unmet needs among NICU families

by Boston University School of MedicineCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPoverty and adverse social determinants of health, namely unmet social needs, have well established detrimental effects on
Seasonal changes in adolescent suicide explain controversial '13 Reasons Why' findings

Seasonal changes in adolescent suicide explain controversial '13 Reasons Why' findings

by Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of PennsylvaniaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAn analysis of suicide data published today concludes that seasonal fluctuations in suicide among ad

Seasonal changes in adolescent suicide explain controversial '13 Reasons Why' findings

by Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of PennsylvaniaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAn analysis of suicide data published today concludes that seasonal fluctuations in suicide among ad
New algorithm detects autism in infants. How might that change care?

New algorithm detects autism in infants. How might that change care?

by Karen WeintraubCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSigns of autism can be picked up as early as the first month of life, according to a new study from Duke University that used children's health

New algorithm detects autism in infants. How might that change care?

by Karen WeintraubCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSigns of autism can be picked up as early as the first month of life, according to a new study from Duke University that used children's health
Child, caregiver mortality up in low-opportunity neighborhoods

Child, caregiver mortality up in low-opportunity neighborhoods

by Elana GotkineChildren living in neighborhoods with low opportunities for health have an increased risk for child and caregiver mortality, according to a study published online March 22 inPedi

Child, caregiver mortality up in low-opportunity neighborhoods

by Elana GotkineChildren living in neighborhoods with low opportunities for health have an increased risk for child and caregiver mortality, according to a study published online March 22 inPedi
Natural foods appeal to children, study finds

Natural foods appeal to children, study finds

by University of EdinburghCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainChildren are more likely to prefer foods they believe to be natural to man-made options, rating them higher for tastiness, safety and de

Natural foods appeal to children, study finds

by University of EdinburghCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainChildren are more likely to prefer foods they believe to be natural to man-made options, rating them higher for tastiness, safety and de
Studying cells to improve treatment for an aggressive childhood cancer

Studying cells to improve treatment for an aggressive childhood cancer

by Tessa Roy,University of MichiganCredit:Molecular Cell(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.molcel.2023.12.003New research is shedding light and potentially expanding options for patients living

Studying cells to improve treatment for an aggressive childhood cancer

by Tessa Roy,University of MichiganCredit:Molecular Cell(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.molcel.2023.12.003New research is shedding light and potentially expanding options for patients living