Female genital mutilation rates peak in Kenya during school holidays—an alternative option offers a solution

by Tammary Esho,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainFemale genital mutilation is a practice deeply rooted in cultural traditions around the world. TheWorld Health Organization

Updated on: March 29,2024

Female genital mutilation rates peak in Kenya during school holidays—an alternative option offers a solution

by Tammary Esho,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainFemale genital mutilation is a practice deeply rooted in cultural traditions around the world. TheWorld Health Organization

Updated on:March 29,2024

New research challenges established ideas about infant crying

by Jakob Binderup,Aarhus UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWhen will my infant child stop crying so much?If you are a new parent who, in a more or less sleep-deprived state, googles thi

Updated on: May 27,2024

New research challenges established ideas about infant crying

by Jakob Binderup,Aarhus UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWhen will my infant child stop crying so much?If you are a new parent who, in a more or less sleep-deprived state, googles thi

Updated on:May 27,2024

7.5 million 'Baby shark' bath toys recalled due to serious injuries to kids

by Steven ReinbergNearly 8 million Baby Shark and Mini Baby Shark bath toys have been recalled because they can cause serious injuries to children.When using these bathtoys, particularly in a ba

Updated on: March 19,2024

7.5 million 'Baby shark' bath toys recalled due to serious injuries to kids

by Steven ReinbergNearly 8 million Baby Shark and Mini Baby Shark bath toys have been recalled because they can cause serious injuries to children.When using these bathtoys, particularly in a ba

Updated on:March 19,2024

Childhood mental health problems resulting from early-life adversity drive poorer cognitive performance in adolescence

by University of CambridgeCredit: CC0 Public DomainEarly-life adversity—such as poverty, illness or family conflict—has long been linked to mental health difficulties and poorer cognitive functio

Updated on: June 12,2024

Childhood mental health problems resulting from early-life adversity drive poorer cognitive performance in adolescence

by University of CambridgeCredit: CC0 Public DomainEarly-life adversity—such as poverty, illness or family conflict—has long been linked to mental health difficulties and poorer cognitive functio

Updated on:June 12,2024

Boost in infant genetics research could change lives, say researchers

byUniversity of SurreyInfant phenotypes listed in the ICF. Credit:Nature Genetics(2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41588-024-01822-7Investment in research into genetics could dramatically improv

Updated on: July 25,2024

Boost in infant genetics research could change lives, say researchers

byUniversity of SurreyInfant phenotypes listed in the ICF. Credit:Nature Genetics(2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41588-024-01822-7Investment in research into genetics could dramatically improv

Updated on:July 25,2024

Twins or triplets face higher risk of maltreatment than single children, Japan study suggests

Updated on: April 08,2025

Twins or triplets face higher risk of maltreatment than single children, Japan study suggests

Updated on:April 08,2025

Research identifies four eating behavior patterns in children

by Aston UniversityMean score of eating behaviors for 4 latent profiles (N = 995). Note: FR = Food Responsiveness, EOE = Emotional Overeating, EF = Enjoyment of Food, DD = Desire to Drink, SR = S

Updated on: May 05,2024

Research identifies four eating behavior patterns in children

by Aston UniversityMean score of eating behaviors for 4 latent profiles (N = 995). Note: FR = Food Responsiveness, EOE = Emotional Overeating, EF = Enjoyment of Food, DD = Desire to Drink, SR = S

Updated on:May 05,2024

Raising awareness of spina bifida

by Baylor College of MedicineCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainSpina bifida is the most common birth defect of the central nervous system and the second most common of all structural birth defects

Updated on: June 12,2024

Raising awareness of spina bifida

by Baylor College of MedicineCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainSpina bifida is the most common birth defect of the central nervous system and the second most common of all structural birth defects

Updated on:June 12,2024

Connecting stress, weight, and social anxiety in early adolescence

by Ecole Polytechnique Federale de LausanneCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainBetween the end of childhood and the beginning of adolescence, there is a critical window of time referred to as "

Updated on: February 24,2024

Connecting stress, weight, and social anxiety in early adolescence

by Ecole Polytechnique Federale de LausanneCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainBetween the end of childhood and the beginning of adolescence, there is a critical window of time referred to as "

Updated on:February 24,2024

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

Updated on: February 24,2024

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

Updated on:February 24,2024

Weight loss drug liraglutide is safe and effective in children under 12, study finds

byDiabetologiaCredit: Lukas from PexelsThe obesity medication liraglutide is safe and effective in children aged 6 to <12 years, new research being presented at the annual meeting of the Euro

Updated on: September 18,2024

Weight loss drug liraglutide is safe and effective in children under 12, study finds

byDiabetologiaCredit: Lukas from PexelsThe obesity medication liraglutide is safe and effective in children aged 6 to <12 years, new research being presented at the annual meeting of the Euro

Updated on:September 18,2024

Symptoms of Ear Infection in Babies

Symptoms of Ear Infection in BabiesByCarrie Madormo, RN, MPHUpdated on January 08, 2024Medically reviewed byJohn Carew, MDAnear infection, also known as acuteotitis

Updated on: February 19,2024

Symptoms of Ear Infection in Babies

Symptoms of Ear Infection in BabiesByCarrie Madormo, RN, MPHUpdated on January 08, 2024Medically reviewed byJohn Carew, MDAnear infection, also known as acuteotitis

Updated on:February 19,2024