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ESMO reiterates commitment to support "Close the care gap" campaign on World Cancer Day

ESMO, the leading professional organization for medical oncology, is joining the global community on the occasion of this year's World Cancer Day (WCD) to reiterate its strong commitment to supporting the "Close the care gap" campaign and securing greater access to care for all cancer patients, regardless of where they live, their financial situation or their lifestyle choices.

4 Feb 2022

ESHRE publishes new guideline on the diagnosis, treatment of endometriosis

A new guideline on the diagnosis, treatment and management of endometriosis has been published today (Wednesday) by the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology ESHRE).

2 Feb 2022

Fusion oncogenes associated with more invasive pediatric thyroid cancers, study says

Fusion oncogenes, such as RET- and NTRK-gene fusions, are associated with more invasive pediatric thyroid cancers, correlating with the highest risk of metastases and a lower likelihood of achieving remission one year after initial therapy, according to a new study by researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).

31 Jan 2022

Open-label placebo shows promise as therapy for disorders of gut-brain interaction in children

Pain-predominant disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBIs) in children - such as functional abdominal pain (FAP) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) - can lead to disabling symptoms, poor quality of life and high use of health care resources.

31 Jan 2022

Researchers examine unintentional drug overdose mortality in Years of Life Lost among adolescents

In a first-ever study, researchers at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and College of Medicine examined the unintentional drug overdose mortality in Years of Life Lost among adolescents and young people in the United States.

31 Jan 2022

COVID-19 pandemic negatively affected medical care for individuals who self-harm

In a new study, researchers found that people were less likely to seek medical help for self-harm and suicidal behavior during the COVID-19 pandemic.

31 Jan 2022

Children and adolescents respond as well or better than adults to mRNA-1273 COVID vaccination

A recent study assesses the neutralization efficacy of the mRNA-1273 vaccine against the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant in children, adolescents, and adults.

30 Jan 2022

Reduced neutralization against Omicron variant in fully immunized adolescents with BNT162b2 vaccine

Researchers compare the humoral immune response in adolescents and adults after being completely immunized with the Pfizer BNT162b2 vaccine.

28 Jan 2022

Impact of the Omicron variant on disease severity and healthcare utilization

Researchers compare trends in disease and hospital utilization during Omicron circulation to the previous SARS-CoV-2 variants in the U.S.

28 Jan 2022

Mothers and friends play role in shaping the self-esteem of adolescents

A new longitudinal study takes a deep dive into adolescent self-esteem and the role that parents – specifically mothers – and friends play in shaping how youth feel about themselves.

28 Jan 2022

One in five young sexual minority men and transgender women may engage in transactional sex

About a fifth of young sexual minority males and transgender females are estimated to be engaging in transactional, or survival sex, according to results of a new survey study by Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers.

25 Jan 2022

One in five young adults with substance use disorder may have undiagnosed autistic traits

One in five teens and young adults who seek treatment for alcohol or drug use may have traits characteristic of a previously unrecognized autism spectrum disorder (ASD), researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) report.

25 Jan 2022

Review spotlights the indirect impacts of COVID-19 pandemic on children’s health and well-being

Researchers have warned that children and adolescents must not be left behind in Australia's COVID-19 recovery plans given the negative indirect impacts of the pandemic on this age group detailed in a new brief and research review by the Murdoch Children's Research Institute.

24 Jan 2022

WashU part of major study aimed at identifying causes, effects of schizophrenia in young people

Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis is part of a major international study aimed at identifying causes and effects of the early stages of schizophrenia in young people, with the goal of improving early diagnosis and treatment.

24 Jan 2022

Supportive relationships, healthy behaviors may have a positive effect on adolescents' mental health during the pandemic

Longitudinal survey data of more than 3,000 adolescents ages 11-14 recorded before and during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 found that supportive relationships with family and friends and healthy behaviors, like engaging in physical activity and better sleep, appeared to shield against the harmful effects of the pandemic on adolescents' mental health.

24 Jan 2022

COVID-19 vaccination does not appear to impair fertility, study says

COVID-19 vaccination does not affect the chances of conceiving a child, according to a study of more than 2,000 couples that was funded by the National Institutes of Health.

20 Jan 2022

Cannabis companies flout state regulations to market products in a way that appeals to children

Many recreational cannabis companies market their products in a way that appeals to children and teens, despite state-based regulations prohibiting it, according to a new study in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs.

20 Jan 2022

Suicidal ideation in adolescents associated with risky driving behaviors

Two of the most common forms of death among adolescents are suicide and motor vehicle traffic accidents. A new study published in JAMA Pediatrics found that adolescents who reported at least one suicide attempt within the last year, in comparison to those reporting no attempts, were more likely to also report infrequent seat belt use and driving with a drunk driver

19 Jan 2022

School closures for in-person learning during the pandemic have lasting effects on children

The impact virtual school had on kids goes well beyond academics, say Children's National Hospital experts in a new JAMA Pediatrics editorial.

18 Jan 2022

Study analyzes emotional regulation in children diagnosed with SLI/DLD

Problems when talking, communicating and expressing feelings are common among children and adolescents, in particular at an early age. These difficulties increase in the case of those diagnosed with developmental language disorder, which affects approximately 7% of the child population.

18 Jan 2022

Adolescents News and Research

ESMO reiterates commitment to support "Close the care gap" campaign on World Cancer Day

ESHRE publishes new guideline on the diagnosis, treatment of endometriosis

Fusion oncogenes associated with more invasive pediatric thyroid cancers, study says

Open-label placebo shows promise as therapy for disorders of gut-brain interaction in children

Researchers examine unintentional drug overdose mortality in Years of Life Lost among adolescents

COVID-19 pandemic negatively affected medical care for individuals who self-harm

Children and adolescents respond as well or better than adults to mRNA-1273 COVID vaccination

Reduced neutralization against Omicron variant in fully immunized adolescents with BNT162b2 vaccine

Impact of the Omicron variant on disease severity and healthcare utilization

Mothers and friends play role in shaping the self-esteem of adolescents

One in five young sexual minority men and transgender women may engage in transactional sex

One in five young adults with substance use disorder may have undiagnosed autistic traits

Review spotlights the indirect impacts of COVID-19 pandemic on children’s health and well-being

WashU part of major study aimed at identifying causes, effects of schizophrenia in young people

Supportive relationships, healthy behaviors may have a positive effect on adolescents' mental health during the pandemic

COVID-19 vaccination does not appear to impair fertility, study says

Cannabis companies flout state regulations to market products in a way that appeals to children

Suicidal ideation in adolescents associated with risky driving behaviors

School closures for in-person learning during the pandemic have lasting effects on children

Study analyzes emotional regulation in children diagnosed with SLI/DLD

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