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'Curiosity-driven research' led to a recent major medical breakthrough, but it's under threat
Earlier this year, news broke about doctors in London curing blindness in children with a rare genetic condition.
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Violent reinjury in firearm-injured children linked to neighborhood factors
Children in areas with the lowest Child Opportunity Index—which reflects factors like education, social and economic resources—were over twice as likely to suffer another violent injury within a year after an initial ...
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Novel genes linked to rare childhood diarrhea disorder
At only two days old, Sophie was losing too much weight, and too quickly. Further genetic testing would show that Sophie has one of a group of rare conditions called CODE (congenital diarrhea and enteropathies) that disrupts ...
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Successful therapy confirmed for newborns with fatal metabolic disorder MoCD type A
The drug fosdenopterin/rcPMP considerably improves the chances of survival and developmental progress in infants with molybdenum cofactor deficiency (MoCD type A), a rare and life-threatening genetic condition causing an ...
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Long-term data support aspherical lenslets as effective myopia control in kids
A five-year clinical study has revealed that spectacle lenses equipped with highly aspherical lenslets (HAL) can significantly slow the progression of myopia and axial elongation in children. The findings are published in ...
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Two Louisiana infants die of whooping cough amid drop in vaccinations
Health experts are warning that whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is making a dangerous comeback.
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Vitamin D builds your bones and keeps your gut sealed, but many children are deficient
You've likely heard about vitamin D's important role in maintaining strong bones and teeth. But it also plays several other important roles to keep your body healthy—including the function of your gut.
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One-year-old infants already display compositional abilities, study finds
To understand complex objects, humans are known to mentally transform them and represent them as a combination of simpler elements. This ability, known as compositionality, was so far assumed to require fluency in language, ...
World-first guidelines developed for complicated UTIs in children
A new guideline on complicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) could redefine treatment in Australia and globally.
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More than four in five parents concerned about junk food marketing in Australia
Public health experts are calling for the next Federal Government to take action to stop junk food ads targeting children, after new research showed that the issue is a concern for 85% of caregivers.
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Why are childhood vaccination rates so low in this California county?
Sutter County in Northern California has the lowest vaccination rates among transitional kindergarten and kindergarten students in the state, according to new data from the California Department of Public Health.
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Older teens who start vaping post-high school risk rapid progress to frequent use, study finds
A new study has found that young vapers in the United States who begin using e-cigarettes after graduating from secondary/high school are likely to progress rapidly to frequent use.
Apr 3, 2025
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Using everyday products during pregnancy can affect newborns' metabolism, study shows
A newly published study by researchers from Emory University, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and Columbia University found that a mother's exposure to phthalates during pregnancy can affect their newborn's ...
Apr 2, 2025
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Children exposed to higher ozone levels early in life are more likely to develop asthma, study suggests
Asthma affects more than 6% of U.S. children, making it the most common chronic disease in kids nationwide. It's difficult to isolate any single cause, but one of the most common contributors is air pollution: Studies have ...
Apr 2, 2025
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Patching after age 4 does not modify visual acuity in children treated for a unilateral congenital cataract
A study led by pediatric ophthalmology researcher Carolyn Drews-Botsch of George Mason University can help parents and health care providers decide whether or not to continue patching their children who were treated for unilateral ...
Apr 2, 2025
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First guideline on newborn screening for cystic fibrosis calls for changes in practice to improve outcomes
The United States Cystic Fibrosis Foundation released the first guideline on newborn screening for cystic fibrosis (CF), in order to improve timely detection of CF in infants from all racial and ethnic backgrounds. The new ...
Apr 2, 2025
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Schools and communities can help children bounce back after distressing disasters like the LA wildfires
The 2025 Los Angeles wildfires reduced more than 15,000 structures to ash in a matter of days. Among the devastation were 11 public and private schools and 30 child care facilities. In all, the fires disrupted the education ...
Apr 2, 2025
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Study examines how to protect the breastfeeding relationship for patients admitted into ICU after birth
It can happen in an instant—a mother experiences a medical emergency during delivery that requires intensive care.
Apr 2, 2025
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Exposure to air pollution in childhood associated with reduced brain connectivity
A new study led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) has found that children exposed to higher levels of air pollution in early and mid childhood have weaker connections between key brain regions. The findings, ...
Apr 1, 2025
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Preventable pediatric cancer mortality surges in areas of armed conflict, exceeding rates in non-conflict regions
More than half of all pediatric cancer deaths worldwide occur in regions of armed conflict, according to a new study led by investigators from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Duke University and other collaborators. ...
Apr 1, 2025
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A pediatricians' dilemma: Should a practice kick out unvaccinated kids?
Orange County pediatrician Dr. Eric Ball still feels guilty about the Disneyland measles outbreak of 2014.
Apr 1, 2025
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Children exiting the youth justice system face increased risk of premature death, study finds
New Curtin-led research has found that young people who have had contact with the youth justice system face an increased risk of premature death, prompting calls for better support for these vulnerable children and adolescents.
Apr 1, 2025
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High-resolution maps show anemia's impact on children in Africa and Asia
Children living in poverty often suffer from anemia, a condition linked to serious health risks. A research team led by statistical experts from the University of Innsbruck has now provided high-resolution estimates of anemia ...
Mar 31, 2025
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Research suggests TikTok and Instagram affect the psychological well-being of teenage girls more than boys
A study by Pompeu Fabra University (UPF) and the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) reveals that girls who use Instagram and TikTok regard the impact of these social media on their psychological well-being more negatively ...
Mar 31, 2025
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My robot therapist: The ethics of AI mental health chatbots for kids
Mental health care can be difficult to access in the U.S. Insurance coverage is spotty and there aren't enough mental health professionals to cover the nation's need, leading to long waits and costly care.
Mar 31, 2025
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