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Novel study aims to help kids with severe epilepsy

Novel study aims to help kids with severe epilepsy

by University of South AustraliaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainNew research from the University of South Australia could deliver a breakthrough for children suffering one of the most severe for

Novel study aims to help kids with severe epilepsy

by University of South AustraliaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainNew research from the University of South Australia could deliver a breakthrough for children suffering one of the most severe for
Study links omega fatty acids with infant growth

Study links omega fatty acids with infant growth

by Scott Schrage,University of Nebraska-LincolnCredit: CC0 Public DomainBy serving both as fuel for cells and as molecular building blocks in their membranes, fatty acids are critical to human f

Study links omega fatty acids with infant growth

by Scott Schrage,University of Nebraska-LincolnCredit: CC0 Public DomainBy serving both as fuel for cells and as molecular building blocks in their membranes, fatty acids are critical to human f
New pediatric obesity program makes treatment more accessible

New pediatric obesity program makes treatment more accessible

by University of California - San DiegoCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPediatric obesity remains a serious health problem in the United States, where one in five children are affected. The U.S.

New pediatric obesity program makes treatment more accessible

by University of California - San DiegoCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPediatric obesity remains a serious health problem in the United States, where one in five children are affected. The U.S.
Improved accuracy of screening tools for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder may lead to faster diagnosis

Improved accuracy of screening tools for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder may lead to faster diagnosis

by Research Society on AlcoholismCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new screening instrument has the potential to more accurately identify fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), reducing missed

Improved accuracy of screening tools for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder may lead to faster diagnosis

by Research Society on AlcoholismCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new screening instrument has the potential to more accurately identify fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), reducing missed
Early steroid use does not cut hospital stay for non-MIS-C COVID-19

Early steroid use does not cut hospital stay for non-MIS-C COVID-19

Early use of steroids seems not to reduce hospital length of stay (LOS) for non-multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) COVID-19 in children, according to a study published online Oct. 3

Early steroid use does not cut hospital stay for non-MIS-C COVID-19

Early use of steroids seems not to reduce hospital length of stay (LOS) for non-multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) COVID-19 in children, according to a study published online Oct. 3
Exercise improves health markers in young female survivors of childhood trauma

Exercise improves health markers in young female survivors of childhood trauma

by Experimental BiologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainNew research shows a progressive exercise training program mitigates some physiological and psychological effects of adverse childhood experienc

Exercise improves health markers in young female survivors of childhood trauma

by Experimental BiologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainNew research shows a progressive exercise training program mitigates some physiological and psychological effects of adverse childhood experienc
Plant-based food packages linked to reduced BMI in children

Plant-based food packages linked to reduced BMI in children

by Mass General BrighamCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new study led by researchers from the Mass General Brigham healthcare system suggests that taking a "food is medicine" approach

Plant-based food packages linked to reduced BMI in children

by Mass General BrighamCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new study led by researchers from the Mass General Brigham healthcare system suggests that taking a "food is medicine" approach
Getting your child ready for spring sports

Getting your child ready for spring sports

by Cara MurezSpring sports season will be here soon, so it's time to get kids ready after a winter break.Sports can teach valuable lessons, including teamwork, good sportsmanship, good communicati

Getting your child ready for spring sports

by Cara MurezSpring sports season will be here soon, so it's time to get kids ready after a winter break.Sports can teach valuable lessons, including teamwork, good sportsmanship, good communicati
A European initiative aims to ensure fair trials for children and young people with special language needs

A European initiative aims to ensure fair trials for children and young people with special language needs

by Sònia Armengou Casanovas, Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNearly 70% of children and young adults who face the justice system for committing a crime have seri

A European initiative aims to ensure fair trials for children and young people with special language needs

by Sònia Armengou Casanovas, Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNearly 70% of children and young adults who face the justice system for committing a crime have seri
1990 to 2019 saw decrease in global burden of childhood cancer

1990 to 2019 saw decrease in global burden of childhood cancer

The global burden of childhood cancer has been decreasing since 1990, according to a study published online June 11 in theJournal of Advanced Research.Ying Wu, from the College of Medicine at Zh

1990 to 2019 saw decrease in global burden of childhood cancer

The global burden of childhood cancer has been decreasing since 1990, according to a study published online June 11 in theJournal of Advanced Research.Ying Wu, from the College of Medicine at Zh
Neonatal hospitalization leaves parents feeling isolated, separated during pandemic

Neonatal hospitalization leaves parents feeling isolated, separated during pandemic

by Laura Bailey,University of MichiganCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainEmotional exhaustion, isolation and "nonsensical" visitor and other hospital policies contributed to parents of

Neonatal hospitalization leaves parents feeling isolated, separated during pandemic

by Laura Bailey,University of MichiganCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainEmotional exhaustion, isolation and "nonsensical" visitor and other hospital policies contributed to parents of
Study suggests need for more fluid policy on RSV prophylactic availability to children

Study suggests need for more fluid policy on RSV prophylactic availability to children

by Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of ChicagoCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAs a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) surges in young children oc

Study suggests need for more fluid policy on RSV prophylactic availability to children

by Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of ChicagoCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAs a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) surges in young children oc