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We need to focus on cholesterol levels even in childhood

We need to focus on cholesterol levels even in childhood

by University of OsloProfessor Kirsten Holven in her lab at the Department of Nutrition at the University of Oslo, Norway. Credit: Cecilie Bakken Hoestmark, UiOToday, the main focus is on lowerin

We need to focus on cholesterol levels even in childhood

by University of OsloProfessor Kirsten Holven in her lab at the Department of Nutrition at the University of Oslo, Norway. Credit: Cecilie Bakken Hoestmark, UiOToday, the main focus is on lowerin
Being an only child doesn't affect your development—family background matters more, says researcher

Being an only child doesn't affect your development—family background matters more, says researcher

by Alice Goisis,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainBeing an only child is a "disease in itself," according to 19th century psychologistStanley G. Hall. Even though Hall&#39

Being an only child doesn't affect your development—family background matters more, says researcher

by Alice Goisis,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainBeing an only child is a "disease in itself," according to 19th century psychologistStanley G. Hall. Even though Hall&#39
Children, adults can transmit SARS-CoV-2 to household contacts

Children, adults can transmit SARS-CoV-2 to household contacts

Children and adults within a household can transmit and are susceptible to infection with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), according to a study published online Feb. 23 in

Children, adults can transmit SARS-CoV-2 to household contacts

Children and adults within a household can transmit and are susceptible to infection with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), according to a study published online Feb. 23 in
Bypassing oral immunotherapy buildup safe in children with food allergy

Bypassing oral immunotherapy buildup safe in children with food allergy

by Lori SolomonAn initial phase of multifood sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) that bypasses oral immunotherapy (OIT) buildup is safe and effective, according to a study published online Feb. 27 in the&

Bypassing oral immunotherapy buildup safe in children with food allergy

by Lori SolomonAn initial phase of multifood sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) that bypasses oral immunotherapy (OIT) buildup is safe and effective, according to a study published online Feb. 27 in the&
Double embryo transfer in assisted reproduction found to increase the risk of complications in single births

Double embryo transfer in assisted reproduction found to increase the risk of complications in single births

by Karolinska InstitutetCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe risk of complications in assisted reproduction is higher when two embryos are transferred, instead of one embryo. This has been shown

Double embryo transfer in assisted reproduction found to increase the risk of complications in single births

by Karolinska InstitutetCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe risk of complications in assisted reproduction is higher when two embryos are transferred, instead of one embryo. This has been shown
'It's not fair!' Kids grumble and complain for a reason, here's how to handle it

'It's not fair!' Kids grumble and complain for a reason, here's how to handle it

by Marg Rogers, Cassy Dittman and Govind Krishnamoorthy,The ConversationWhen your child is complaining, they are trying to tell you something. Credit: Ketut Subiyanto/PexelsParents have no doubt

'It's not fair!' Kids grumble and complain for a reason, here's how to handle it

by Marg Rogers, Cassy Dittman and Govind Krishnamoorthy,The ConversationWhen your child is complaining, they are trying to tell you something. Credit: Ketut Subiyanto/PexelsParents have no doubt
Pediatrician explains why co-viewing is important

Pediatrician explains why co-viewing is important

by Megan Moreno, MD, MSEd, MPH, FAAP, American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMost parents I meet these days worry about what their kids do online. After all, it can be hard to

Pediatrician explains why co-viewing is important

by Megan Moreno, MD, MSEd, MPH, FAAP, American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMost parents I meet these days worry about what their kids do online. After all, it can be hard to
How much creatine is needed for optimal baby growth?

How much creatine is needed for optimal baby growth?

by Rob Clancy,Hudson Institute of Medical ResearchCredit: Amina Filkins from PexelsThe role of creatine in healthy pregnancies is well established, but how much is enough? A study at Hudson Inst

How much creatine is needed for optimal baby growth?

by Rob Clancy,Hudson Institute of Medical ResearchCredit: Amina Filkins from PexelsThe role of creatine in healthy pregnancies is well established, but how much is enough? A study at Hudson Inst
Researchers chart large rise in eating disorders and self-harm among teenage girls

Researchers chart large rise in eating disorders and self-harm among teenage girls

by Mike Addelman,University of ManchesterCredit: CC0 Public DomainGeneral practices have recorded a large rise in eating disorder diagnoses and self-harm episodes among teenage girls in the UK i

Researchers chart large rise in eating disorders and self-harm among teenage girls

by Mike Addelman,University of ManchesterCredit: CC0 Public DomainGeneral practices have recorded a large rise in eating disorder diagnoses and self-harm episodes among teenage girls in the UK i
New surfactant could improve lung treatments for premature babies

New surfactant could improve lung treatments for premature babies

byAmerican Society for Biochemistry and Molecular BiologyInfasurf is a currently available animal-derived lung surfactant formulation. Credit: ONY Biotech, onybiotech.comScientists have develope

New surfactant could improve lung treatments for premature babies

byAmerican Society for Biochemistry and Molecular BiologyInfasurf is a currently available animal-derived lung surfactant formulation. Credit: ONY Biotech, onybiotech.comScientists have develope
Children's brains shaped by their time on tech devices, review shows

Children's brains shaped by their time on tech devices, review shows

byTaylor & FrancisCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainTime spent watching television or playing computer games has measurable and long-term effects on children's brain function, according t

Children's brains shaped by their time on tech devices, review shows

byTaylor & FrancisCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainTime spent watching television or playing computer games has measurable and long-term effects on children's brain function, according t
Young people from disadvantaged backgrounds suffered increased mental distress as pandemic began

Young people from disadvantaged backgrounds suffered increased mental distress as pandemic began

by King's College LondonCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainNew research from ESRC Centre for Society and Mental Health (CSMH) and the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoP

Young people from disadvantaged backgrounds suffered increased mental distress as pandemic began

by King's College LondonCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainNew research from ESRC Centre for Society and Mental Health (CSMH) and the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoP