Common myths about epilepsy and kids

by Jason Howland, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainEpilepsy is one of the more common neurologic disorders in children. About 1 in 26 people have epilepsy, and 1 in 10 people w

Updated on: March 05,2024

Common myths about epilepsy and kids

by Jason Howland, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainEpilepsy is one of the more common neurologic disorders in children. About 1 in 26 people have epilepsy, and 1 in 10 people w

Updated on:March 05,2024

2016 to 2020 saw anxiety, depression increase among children

(HealthDay)—From 2016 to 2020, increases were seen in anxiety and depression among children, while decreases were observed in parent or caregiver mental health and coping with parenting demands, accor

Updated on: February 24,2024

2016 to 2020 saw anxiety, depression increase among children

(HealthDay)—From 2016 to 2020, increases were seen in anxiety and depression among children, while decreases were observed in parent or caregiver mental health and coping with parenting demands, accor

Updated on:February 24,2024

Long-term exposure to air pollution puts teenagers at risk of heart disease

by King's College LondonCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainLong-term exposure to air pollution can increase the risk of high blood pressure in teenagers, a new study has found.The review, publi

Updated on: March 23,2024

Long-term exposure to air pollution puts teenagers at risk of heart disease

by King's College LondonCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainLong-term exposure to air pollution can increase the risk of high blood pressure in teenagers, a new study has found.The review, publi

Updated on:March 23,2024

Longer duration of exclusive breastfeeding has protective effect on childhood asthma, says new study

by American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPregnant women and new mothers are often presented with information on the benefits of breastfeeding their

Updated on: April 20,2024

Longer duration of exclusive breastfeeding has protective effect on childhood asthma, says new study

by American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPregnant women and new mothers are often presented with information on the benefits of breastfeeding their

Updated on:April 20,2024

Boosting kids' health literacy

by DeeDee Stiepan, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOctober is National Health Literacy Month. Health literacy refers to the ability of people to find, understand, and use info

Updated on: March 19,2024

Boosting kids' health literacy

by DeeDee Stiepan, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOctober is National Health Literacy Month. Health literacy refers to the ability of people to find, understand, and use info

Updated on:March 19,2024

Providing a potential treatment option to infants where there is none

by Medical University of South CarolinaCredit: CC0 Public DomainA little over 1% of babies born in the U.S. in 2020 fell under the category of very low birthweight, meaning they weighed less than

Updated on: February 28,2024

Providing a potential treatment option to infants where there is none

by Medical University of South CarolinaCredit: CC0 Public DomainA little over 1% of babies born in the U.S. in 2020 fell under the category of very low birthweight, meaning they weighed less than

Updated on:February 28,2024

Clinical intervention directed at social risks does not increase experiences of discrimination, finds study

by University of Chicago Medical CenterCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA growing recognition of the health impact of social risks—such as food insecurity and homelessness—has prompted researcher

Updated on: May 08,2024

Clinical intervention directed at social risks does not increase experiences of discrimination, finds study

by University of Chicago Medical CenterCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA growing recognition of the health impact of social risks—such as food insecurity and homelessness—has prompted researcher

Updated on:May 08,2024

Machine learning predicts conduct disorder in kids

by ElsevierCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainConduct disorder (CD) is a common yet complex psychiatric disorder featuring aggressive and destructive behavior. Factors contributing to the developm

Updated on: February 27,2024

Machine learning predicts conduct disorder in kids

by ElsevierCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainConduct disorder (CD) is a common yet complex psychiatric disorder featuring aggressive and destructive behavior. Factors contributing to the developm

Updated on:February 27,2024

The 'tripledemic' surge: Study examines impact of flu, RSV and COVID-19 hitting pediatric emergency departments

by Tessa Roy,University of MichiganCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWith cases of respiratory illness climbing quickly across the nation, new research from experts at Michigan Medicine offers i

Updated on: February 29,2024

The 'tripledemic' surge: Study examines impact of flu, RSV and COVID-19 hitting pediatric emergency departments

by Tessa Roy,University of MichiganCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWith cases of respiratory illness climbing quickly across the nation, new research from experts at Michigan Medicine offers i

Updated on:February 29,2024

Visual object categorization in infancy

by CNRSCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPeople give meaning to the world through the categorisation of objects. When and how does this process begin? By studying the gaze of 100 infants, scientis

Updated on: February 22,2024

Visual object categorization in infancy

by CNRSCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPeople give meaning to the world through the categorisation of objects. When and how does this process begin? By studying the gaze of 100 infants, scientis

Updated on:February 22,2024

Moderna COVID vaccine safe, comparably effective in preschoolers

by Mary Van Beusekom, CIDRAPCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainTwo doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine were safe in children aged six months to five years and triggered similar immune response and pr

Updated on: June 01,2024

Moderna COVID vaccine safe, comparably effective in preschoolers

by Mary Van Beusekom, CIDRAPCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainTwo doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine were safe in children aged six months to five years and triggered similar immune response and pr

Updated on:June 01,2024

Ask the Pediatrician: What is obesity and when do children need medical treatment?

by Dr. Sandra Hassink and Dr. Sarah HamplCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAs a parent, you want the best possible health for your child. So does your pediatrician. When your child comes to see a pedi

Updated on: June 05,2024

Ask the Pediatrician: What is obesity and when do children need medical treatment?

by Dr. Sandra Hassink and Dr. Sarah HamplCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAs a parent, you want the best possible health for your child. So does your pediatrician. When your child comes to see a pedi

Updated on:June 05,2024