Flint water crisis affected timing of pediatric lead testing but not quantity, study finds

by University of KansasCredit: David SluskyThe word "plumber" comes from the Latin word for the metal "lead."But lead coupled with pipes that transport drinking water makes a

Updated on: May 13,2024

Flint water crisis affected timing of pediatric lead testing but not quantity, study finds

by University of KansasCredit: David SluskyThe word "plumber" comes from the Latin word for the metal "lead."But lead coupled with pipes that transport drinking water makes a

Updated on:May 13,2024

Infant deaths from RSV are much higher than previously known: study

by Boston University School of MedicineTransmission electron micrograph of RSV. Credit: CDC/ Dr. Erskine Palmer / Public DomainA new study found that nearly one in ten of all deceased infants und

Updated on: February 21,2024

Infant deaths from RSV are much higher than previously known: study

by Boston University School of MedicineTransmission electron micrograph of RSV. Credit: CDC/ Dr. Erskine Palmer / Public DomainA new study found that nearly one in ten of all deceased infants und

Updated on:February 21,2024

Calls for verbal abuse of children by adults to be formally recognized as form of child maltreatment

by University College LondonCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new systematic review by researchers at UCL and Wingate University has highlighted the importance of identifying childhood verbal ab

Updated on: March 08,2024

Calls for verbal abuse of children by adults to be formally recognized as form of child maltreatment

by University College LondonCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new systematic review by researchers at UCL and Wingate University has highlighted the importance of identifying childhood verbal ab

Updated on:March 08,2024

Secure attachment to both parents—not just mothers—boosts children's healthy development

by Or Dagan and Carlo Schuengel,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainImagine a sudden rustle in the tall grass. A ripple of alarm passes through the group of early humans who live t

Updated on: April 07,2024

Secure attachment to both parents—not just mothers—boosts children's healthy development

by Or Dagan and Carlo Schuengel,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainImagine a sudden rustle in the tall grass. A ripple of alarm passes through the group of early humans who live t

Updated on:April 07,2024

Mothers who recognize others' happiness are more responsive to their infants in first months of life

by Jessica A. Stern,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainEyes wide, a baby reaches for a toy. Her caregiver, sensing her interest, brings the toy within her grasp."Ga!" th

Updated on: March 25,2024

Mothers who recognize others' happiness are more responsive to their infants in first months of life

by Jessica A. Stern,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainEyes wide, a baby reaches for a toy. Her caregiver, sensing her interest, brings the toy within her grasp."Ga!" th

Updated on:March 25,2024

1999 to 2018 saw rise in rates of breastfeeding initiation

by Lori SolomonFrom 1999 to 2018, there was an increase in the prevalence of breastfeeding initiation and breastfeeding duration at 12 months, according to a research letter published online Nov. 13 i

Updated on: March 19,2024

1999 to 2018 saw rise in rates of breastfeeding initiation

by Lori SolomonFrom 1999 to 2018, there was an increase in the prevalence of breastfeeding initiation and breastfeeding duration at 12 months, according to a research letter published online Nov. 13 i

Updated on:March 19,2024

Changes are coming to school meals nationwide—an expert in food policy explains

by Marlene B. Schwartz,The ConversationFor the two years during the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. public schools have been able to provide free meals for all students, including to-go meals in the sum

Updated on: March 05,2024

Changes are coming to school meals nationwide—an expert in food policy explains

by Marlene B. Schwartz,The ConversationFor the two years during the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. public schools have been able to provide free meals for all students, including to-go meals in the sum

Updated on:March 05,2024

Is it finally time to ban junk food advertising? A new Australian bill could improve kids' health

by Peter Breadon,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainToday independent MP and former GP Sophie Scamps willintroduce a billinto federal parliament that would restrict junk food a

Updated on: June 17,2024

Is it finally time to ban junk food advertising? A new Australian bill could improve kids' health

by Peter Breadon,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainToday independent MP and former GP Sophie Scamps willintroduce a billinto federal parliament that would restrict junk food a

Updated on:June 17,2024

Treatment length reduced for children with tuberculosis

by University College LondonCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA UCL-led international trial exploring the effectiveness of tuberculosis (TB) treatment in children has led to a change in the World

Updated on: February 24,2024

Treatment length reduced for children with tuberculosis

by University College LondonCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA UCL-led international trial exploring the effectiveness of tuberculosis (TB) treatment in children has led to a change in the World

Updated on:February 24,2024

Screen time linked to autism spectrum disorder in boys

(HealthDay)—Screen time is significantly associated with autism spectrum disorder among boys at age 3 years, according to a study published online Jan. 31 inJAMA Pediatrics.Megumi Kushima, from

Updated on: February 22,2024

Screen time linked to autism spectrum disorder in boys

(HealthDay)—Screen time is significantly associated with autism spectrum disorder among boys at age 3 years, according to a study published online Jan. 31 inJAMA Pediatrics.Megumi Kushima, from

Updated on:February 22,2024

How to help your child deal with separation anxiety

by Cara MurezFor some children, it can be hard when mom or dad leave them at daycare, school or even just with the other parent.It's normal for smallchildrento feel someseparatio

Updated on: June 26,2024

How to help your child deal with separation anxiety

by Cara MurezFor some children, it can be hard when mom or dad leave them at daycare, school or even just with the other parent.It's normal for smallchildrento feel someseparatio

Updated on:June 26,2024

Hospital care for children has shifted from general hospitals to children's hospitals over last 20 years

by University of North Carolina Health CareCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHistorically, most children in the United States who needed to be hospitalized were treated at general hospitals treati

Updated on: April 01,2024

Hospital care for children has shifted from general hospitals to children's hospitals over last 20 years

by University of North Carolina Health CareCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHistorically, most children in the United States who needed to be hospitalized were treated at general hospitals treati

Updated on:April 01,2024