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Higher baby death rates contribute to an incessant rise of global population

New research showing high infant mortality rates are contributing to an incessant rise of the global human population supports arguments for greater access to contraception and family planning in low- and middle-income nations.

22 Feb 2023

Scientists identify mechanisms underlying autoimmunity in Down syndrome

Scientists at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York have identified which parts of the immune system go awry and contribute to autoimmune diseases in individuals with Down syndrome.

22 Feb 2023

Maternal exposure to domestic abuse during pregnancy can affect infant brain structure

A study from researchers at the University of Bath and the University of Cape Town suggests psychological and physical violence experienced by women from their partners during pregnancy can shape baby brain development.

21 Feb 2023

First induced bat iPSCs offer insights into the close relationship between bats and SARS-CoV-2 viruses

Researchers from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have generated the first induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) from bats, gaining valuable insights into the close relationship between bats and viruses.

21 Feb 2023

2021 survey reveals the dietary intake of fruits, vegetables, and sugary beverages among children in the US

Researchers presented the state-wise dietary intake of fruits, vegetables, and sugary beverages among children residing in the US during 2021.

21 Feb 2023

Use of dapivirine vaginal ring during third trimester of pregnancy poses no safety concerns

A vaginal ring containing the antiretroviral drug dapivirine posed no safety concerns when used in the third trimester of pregnancy, according to results to date from the first study of the dapivirine ring during pregnancy and one of only a few studies of an HIV prevention product in pregnant cisgender women.

20 Feb 2023

Toxic protein may be the cause of muscular dystrophy and arhinia

Balancing care responsibilities with paid work provides working caregivers with emotional benefits

19 Feb 2023

In the wake of COVID restrictions being lifted, kids' screen time has remained high

In a recent study published in the journal JAMA Network Open, researchers investigated whether the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic-related social changes such as attending classes from home and social distancing measures resulted in a sustained increase in children's screen time.

16 Feb 2023

Poor maternal diet during pregnancy increases risk of early childhood fatty liver in offspring

Researchers investigate the association between the quality of the maternal diet during pregnancy and hepatic fat in the offspring during early childhood.

16 Feb 2023

Delayed presentation of MIS-C following COVID-19

Researchers elucidate the pathophysiology of MIS-C and describe the probable reasons for the delayed presentation of the condition following COVID-19.

15 Feb 2023

Researchers gain deeper understanding of risk factors associated with low birthweights

Multiple births, a short interval between pregnancies and mothers with a maternal physical or mental health condition are more at risk of having a low birth rate baby according to Swansea University researchers.

15 Feb 2023

Study reveals how astrocytes of socially-isolated mice cause learning and memory deficits

Here is an important reason to stay in touch with friends and family: social isolation causes memory and learning deficits and other behavioral changes.

14 Feb 2023

Study could lead to a safe, on-demand and reversible oral contraceptive for men

In a mouse study, researchers funded by the National Institutes of Health have identified a potential non-hormonal contraceptive that men could take shortly before sexual activity and have fertility restored the next day.

14 Feb 2023

Study: Single dose of common antibiotic given during labor reduces the risk of maternal death or sepsis

Sepsis - a severe infection in the body that can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death - is among the top causes of maternal deaths worldwide, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

10 Feb 2023

Single dose of the antibiotic azithromycin decreases sepsis and death risk during childbirth

A single dose of the antibiotic azithromycin can help protect mothers from dangerous sepsis infections and death during vaginal childbirth, a sweeping new international study from a UVA Health scientist and his collaborators has found.

9 Feb 2023

Early interruption of breastfeeding and sugar consumption contribute to dental caries by age 2

A study involving 800 children shows inclusion of sugar in their diet and early interruption of breastfeeding to be the main factors that contribute to the appearance of dental caries by age 2.

7 Feb 2023

Proteomics reveals a distinct IFN-driven plasma cytokine response to COVID-19 in infants and young children

Researchers assesses immune responses to SARS-CoV-2 shortly after birth using a multi-omics approach.

5 Feb 2023

Researchers document link between higher risk of maternal mortality and sickle cell disease

Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers have further documented an association between a substantially higher risk of maternal morbidity and mortality among those with the inherited blood disorder sickle cell disease (SCD) compared to those without it.

3 Feb 2023

Financial coaching for parents in pediatric primary care reduces missed well-child care visit rates

Implementing financial coaching for parents of infants in a pediatric primary care setting reduced missed well-child care visit rates by half and significantly improved receipt of vaccinations at a timely age, according to a new community-partnered pilot study led by UCLA researchers.

2 Feb 2023

Experts urge UK children's comic the Beano to change its policy of promoting junk foods

Many of the comic's online quizzes revolve around food high in fat, salt and sugar. Experts call it "incredibly irresponsible" and want the company to change its policy.

2 Feb 2023

Child Health News and Research

Higher baby death rates contribute to an incessant rise of global population

Scientists identify mechanisms underlying autoimmunity in Down syndrome

Maternal exposure to domestic abuse during pregnancy can affect infant brain structure

First induced bat iPSCs offer insights into the close relationship between bats and SARS-CoV-2 viruses

2021 survey reveals the dietary intake of fruits, vegetables, and sugary beverages among children in the US

Use of dapivirine vaginal ring during third trimester of pregnancy poses no safety concerns

Toxic protein may be the cause of muscular dystrophy and arhinia

In the wake of COVID restrictions being lifted, kids' screen time has remained high

Poor maternal diet during pregnancy increases risk of early childhood fatty liver in offspring

Delayed presentation of MIS-C following COVID-19

Researchers gain deeper understanding of risk factors associated with low birthweights

Study reveals how astrocytes of socially-isolated mice cause learning and memory deficits

Study could lead to a safe, on-demand and reversible oral contraceptive for men

Study: Single dose of common antibiotic given during labor reduces the risk of maternal death or sepsis

Single dose of the antibiotic azithromycin decreases sepsis and death risk during childbirth

Early interruption of breastfeeding and sugar consumption contribute to dental caries by age 2

Proteomics reveals a distinct IFN-driven plasma cytokine response to COVID-19 in infants and young children

Researchers document link between higher risk of maternal mortality and sickle cell disease

Financial coaching for parents in pediatric primary care reduces missed well-child care visit rates

Experts urge UK children's comic the Beano to change its policy of promoting junk foods

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