The poorest UK children have worse health and educational outcomes in adolescence, new study finds

by University College LondonCredit: CC0 Public DomainGeneration Z children born into the poorest fifth of families in the UK are 12 times more likely to experience a raft of poor health and educa

Updated on: April 20,2024

The poorest UK children have worse health and educational outcomes in adolescence, new study finds

by University College LondonCredit: CC0 Public DomainGeneration Z children born into the poorest fifth of families in the UK are 12 times more likely to experience a raft of poor health and educa

Updated on:April 20,2024

Injury prevention program found to reduce parent-reported injuries in children

by Elana GotkineImplementation of The Injury Prevention Program (TIPP), designed by the American Academy of Pediatrics, results in a reduction in parent-reported injuries at well-child checks (WCCs),

Updated on: April 03,2024

Injury prevention program found to reduce parent-reported injuries in children

by Elana GotkineImplementation of The Injury Prevention Program (TIPP), designed by the American Academy of Pediatrics, results in a reduction in parent-reported injuries at well-child checks (WCCs),

Updated on:April 03,2024

End food and drink industry's infiltration of UK children's education, say experts

byBritish Medical JournalCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAn investigationpublishedbyThe BMJreveals widespread influence of food and drink brands in schools and nurserie

Updated on: December 24,2024

End food and drink industry's infiltration of UK children's education, say experts

byBritish Medical JournalCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAn investigationpublishedbyThe BMJreveals widespread influence of food and drink brands in schools and nurserie

Updated on:December 24,2024

A new RSV shot could help protect babies this winter—if they can get it in time

by Amelia Templeton, Oregon Public Broadcasting, KFF Health NewsCredit: CC0 Public DomainA RSV new therapy for infants, called nirsevimab, started shipping in September. By mid-October, demand for nir

Updated on: April 18,2024

A new RSV shot could help protect babies this winter—if they can get it in time

by Amelia Templeton, Oregon Public Broadcasting, KFF Health NewsCredit: CC0 Public DomainA RSV new therapy for infants, called nirsevimab, started shipping in September. By mid-October, demand for nir

Updated on:April 18,2024

Exposure to high humidity and temperature in pregnancy could influence blood pressure changes in childhood

by University of BristolAssociation between prenatal urban environment and blood pressure trajectories from childhood to early adulthood. Credit: LongIToolsOutdoor humidity and temperature levels

Updated on: February 29,2024

Exposure to high humidity and temperature in pregnancy could influence blood pressure changes in childhood

by University of BristolAssociation between prenatal urban environment and blood pressure trajectories from childhood to early adulthood. Credit: LongIToolsOutdoor humidity and temperature levels

Updated on:February 29,2024

Consumer health: Back to school—and bullying

by Laurel Kelly, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: CC0 Public DomainFor many families, the start of school is a busy, exciting time of year. For some students, though, returning to school also means bul

Updated on: June 01,2024

Consumer health: Back to school—and bullying

by Laurel Kelly, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: CC0 Public DomainFor many families, the start of school is a busy, exciting time of year. For some students, though, returning to school also means bul

Updated on:June 01,2024

School-based wellness initiative shown to reduce average student BMI

by Ryn Thorn,Medical University of South CarolinaPhysical activity opportunities led by PE teacher “Mr. C." at Flowertown Elementary School in Summerville, South Carolina. Credit: MUSC Boei

Updated on: April 17,2024

School-based wellness initiative shown to reduce average student BMI

by Ryn Thorn,Medical University of South CarolinaPhysical activity opportunities led by PE teacher “Mr. C." at Flowertown Elementary School in Summerville, South Carolina. Credit: MUSC Boei

Updated on:April 17,2024

Viruses in the gut may warn of a deadly disease in preterm infants

by Richard Harth,Arizona State UniversityIllustration of bacteria in the human gut. Credit: Darryl Leja, National Human Genome Research Institute, National Institutes of HealthImmediately after

Updated on: February 29,2024

Viruses in the gut may warn of a deadly disease in preterm infants

by Richard Harth,Arizona State UniversityIllustration of bacteria in the human gut. Credit: Darryl Leja, National Human Genome Research Institute, National Institutes of HealthImmediately after

Updated on:February 29,2024

Are too many infants drinking lactose-reduced and hypoallergenic formula?

by WileyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainLactose reduction or elimination in infant formula is warranted in specific medical circumstances, but most healthy infants can digest lactose as it is th

Updated on: June 17,2024

Are too many infants drinking lactose-reduced and hypoallergenic formula?

by WileyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainLactose reduction or elimination in infant formula is warranted in specific medical circumstances, but most healthy infants can digest lactose as it is th

Updated on:June 17,2024

What makes young people accept help to stay well: A review of interventions in Africa

by Marisa Casale,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainAnyone who has ever tried to convince an adolescent to behave a certain way is likely to be familiar with resistance. So, when offering

Updated on: February 21,2024

What makes young people accept help to stay well: A review of interventions in Africa

by Marisa Casale,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainAnyone who has ever tried to convince an adolescent to behave a certain way is likely to be familiar with resistance. So, when offering

Updated on:February 21,2024

Study suggest female teens with family history of mood disorder prone to weight gain

by Elana GotkineFemale offspring of parents with mood disorders have increased z body mass index (BMI) compared with controls of unaffected parents starting at about 12 years of age, according to a st

Updated on: May 17,2024

Study suggest female teens with family history of mood disorder prone to weight gain

by Elana GotkineFemale offspring of parents with mood disorders have increased z body mass index (BMI) compared with controls of unaffected parents starting at about 12 years of age, according to a st

Updated on:May 17,2024

Health officials warn again about concerning upticks in newborn syphilis

by Hanna Webster, Pittsburgh Post-GazetteCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainRising rates of syphilis and newborn syphilis are not letting up in Pennsylvania, said state and local health officials at a

Updated on: March 10,2024

Health officials warn again about concerning upticks in newborn syphilis

by Hanna Webster, Pittsburgh Post-GazetteCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainRising rates of syphilis and newborn syphilis are not letting up in Pennsylvania, said state and local health officials at a

Updated on:March 10,2024