Myopia progressed faster in children under COVID-19 lockdowns

(HealthDay)—Myopia progressed more rapidly in schoolchildren exposed to more COVID-19-related lockdown measures, according to a study published online Jan. 14 inJAMA Network Open.Kai Yip Choi, P

Updated on: February 21,2024 12

Myopia progressed faster in children under COVID-19 lockdowns

(HealthDay)—Myopia progressed more rapidly in schoolchildren exposed to more COVID-19-related lockdown measures, according to a study published online Jan. 14 inJAMA Network Open.Kai Yip Choi, P

Updated on:February 21,2024 12

CDC estimates 3 in 4 kids have had coronavirus infections

by Mike StobbeBoxes of KN95 protective masks are stacked together before being distributed to students at Camden High School in Camden, N.J., Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022. According to a study by the Cente

Updated on: February 29,2024 10

CDC estimates 3 in 4 kids have had coronavirus infections

by Mike StobbeBoxes of KN95 protective masks are stacked together before being distributed to students at Camden High School in Camden, N.J., Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022. According to a study by the Cente

Updated on:February 29,2024 10

Heart damage: Another reason to cut down on children's screen time

by Sergio Flores Villar,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe effects of prolonged screen use during childhood have been extensively studied in recent years. Evidence indicates t

Updated on: May 29,2024 6

Heart damage: Another reason to cut down on children's screen time

by Sergio Flores Villar,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe effects of prolonged screen use during childhood have been extensively studied in recent years. Evidence indicates t

Updated on:May 29,2024 6

Study finds jumping 'junk' DNA is a novel cause of childhood brain cancer

by St. Jude Children’s Research HospitalCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainScientists have found a novel cause of aggressive pediatric brain cancer. The St. Jude Children's Research Hospital study

Updated on: February 28,2024 16

Study finds jumping 'junk' DNA is a novel cause of childhood brain cancer

by St. Jude Children’s Research HospitalCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainScientists have found a novel cause of aggressive pediatric brain cancer. The St. Jude Children's Research Hospital study

Updated on:February 28,2024 16

Do you know who to talk to about your child's routine vaccinations?

by Deb BalzerCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), routine vaccinations for kindergarten in the U.S. fell to 93% during the 2021-2022 scho

Updated on: March 08,2024 19

Do you know who to talk to about your child's routine vaccinations?

by Deb BalzerCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), routine vaccinations for kindergarten in the U.S. fell to 93% during the 2021-2022 scho

Updated on:March 08,2024 19

New technique allows researchers to dig into molecular causes of pediatric bipolar disorder

by Caroline Seydel,University of Utah Health Sciences(Left) Brain cells from an unaffected individual have long processes called neurites. (Right) Cells from a child with pediatric bipolar disor

Updated on: May 27,2024 4

New technique allows researchers to dig into molecular causes of pediatric bipolar disorder

by Caroline Seydel,University of Utah Health Sciences(Left) Brain cells from an unaffected individual have long processes called neurites. (Right) Cells from a child with pediatric bipolar disor

Updated on:May 27,2024 4

Children who experience discrimination may have up to five times greater odds of suicidality

by Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU)Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainChildren who experience discrimination based on weight, race, or sexual orientation have significantly gre

Updated on: March 05,2024 10

Children who experience discrimination may have up to five times greater odds of suicidality

by Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU)Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainChildren who experience discrimination based on weight, race, or sexual orientation have significantly gre

Updated on:March 05,2024 10

Mental health is intergenerational

by Deakin UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe mental health impacts of trauma and emotional distress may extend from parents to their children. Yet a positive history of well-being co

Updated on: June 01,2024 3

Mental health is intergenerational

by Deakin UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe mental health impacts of trauma and emotional distress may extend from parents to their children. Yet a positive history of well-being co

Updated on:June 01,2024 3

Research shows a healthy diet, reading and doing sports promote reasoning skills in children

by University of Eastern FinlandCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainReasoning skills are crucial skills in learning, academic performance, and everyday problem-solving. According to a recent study c

Updated on: May 19,2024 8

Research shows a healthy diet, reading and doing sports promote reasoning skills in children

by University of Eastern FinlandCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainReasoning skills are crucial skills in learning, academic performance, and everyday problem-solving. According to a recent study c

Updated on:May 19,2024 8

New study reveals that childhood adversity is linked to an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes as young adults

by DiabetologiaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new study published inDiabetologiafinds that individuals who experienced childhood adversity are at increased risk of developing type

Updated on: April 20,2024 10

New study reveals that childhood adversity is linked to an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes as young adults

by DiabetologiaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new study published inDiabetologiafinds that individuals who experienced childhood adversity are at increased risk of developing type

Updated on:April 20,2024 10

Early exposure to antibiotics can cause permanent asthma and allergies

by Andrew Smith,Rutgers UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainEarly exposure to antibiotics kills healthy bacteria in the digestive tract and can cause asthma and allergies, a new study demonstrate

Updated on: March 26,2024 12

Early exposure to antibiotics can cause permanent asthma and allergies

by Andrew Smith,Rutgers UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainEarly exposure to antibiotics kills healthy bacteria in the digestive tract and can cause asthma and allergies, a new study demonstrate

Updated on:March 26,2024 12

Pandemic created life-long risks for children in temporary accommodation in London, finds research

by University College LondonBarriers and facilitators to healthcare access and optimal health outcomes. Credit:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health(2023).

Updated on: May 13,2024 8

Pandemic created life-long risks for children in temporary accommodation in London, finds research

by University College LondonBarriers and facilitators to healthcare access and optimal health outcomes. Credit:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health(2023).

Updated on:May 13,2024 8