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Balancing act: Navigating elimination diets in allergic kids without compromising nutrition

Recent research underscores the importance of careful management of elimination diets in children with food allergies, ensuring nutritional balance and support for growth. The study advocates for a multidisciplinary approach to help children avoid allergens without compromising their overall health and development.

2 Nov 2023

Does social media and academic performance impact e-cigarette use among adolescents?

The effects of academic performance on the association between e-cigarette use and social media influence.

2 Nov 2023

Preschoolers' plate paradox: More calories served, less self-regulation at snack time

Children's energy intake rises and falls with the energy density of their meals, not due to self-regulation but rather the quantity of high-energy foods served, reveals a study on preschoolers' eating habits. The study suggests kids may not adjust their portion sizes as adults do, highlighting the need for mindful food serving practices.

2 Nov 2023

Is health a human right? The American College of Physicians answers with an emphatic YES!

The American College of Physicians asserts that health is a fundamental human right, advocating for US healthcare reforms that align with ethical obligations and human rights principles. The paper reviews differing global perspectives on health rights and calls for America to fulfill its moral duty to ensure health for all citizens.

2 Nov 2023

Study finds biology, not lifestyle, drives decline in physical activity during adolescence

The slowdown of physical activity during adolescence is not likely caused by lifestyle and environment but by energy demands placed on the body as it grows and sexually matures, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.

1 Nov 2023

Addressing social risks in pediatric care may improve health and wellness without increasing discrimination

A growing recognition of the health impact of social risks – such as food insecurity and homelessness – has prompted researchers, healthcare providers and policymakers to consider ways to address these risk factors as part of holistic clinical care.

1 Nov 2023

Added calcium and phosphate in fluoride varnishes no silver bullet for fighting kids' tooth decay, study finds

The study explores the effectiveness of sodium fluoride varnishes with added calcium and phosphate versus conventional varnishes in reducing harmful bacteria in preschool children's mouths. Results indicate no significant difference between the two types of varnishes in controlling bacterial growth, calling for more research on effective ways to combat early childhood caries.

1 Nov 2023

Masking up matters: High-quality studies confirm face masks significantly curb COVID-19 spread

This 'Special Communication' article in JAMA Network Open compiles high-quality studies to underline the effectiveness of face masks in curbing community-level transmission of SARS-CoV-2. The article emphasizes that surgical masks are more effective than cloth masks, and that mask-wearing is a vital public health tool, both in conjunction with and independent of other measures like vaccination and social distancing.

1 Nov 2023

New study provides definitive evidence of executive function maturity in late adolescence

At what age does an adolescent start thinking as an adult? A new study published this week in Nature Communications presents some of the first definitive evidence that executive function - a set of cognitive skills underlying the ability to plan, seamlessly switch from task to task, resist tempting distractions and focus on a task at hand - usually matures by the time an individual turns 18 years old.

31 Oct 2023

New drug gets FDA approval for the treatment of common genetic disease in young boys

A new drug developed by professors from the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at Binghamton University has received Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for the treatment of patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a common genetic disease that mostly affects young boys.

31 Oct 2023

Study shows unnecessary healthcare use by children with undiagnosed ADHD

The research was carried out by Dr Vibhore Prasad and other researchers working at the University of Nottingham and King's College London, funded by the Academy of Medical Sciences.

31 Oct 2023

Fingertip blood test could aid in rapid diagnosis of tuberculosis in children

An international research consortium led by LMU has tested a rapid new analytical tool which needs just a bloodsample from the fingertip.

31 Oct 2023

Antibiotics no longer effective in treating childhood infections in large parts of the world

Drugs to treat common infections in children and babies are no longer effective in large parts of the world, due to high rates of antibiotic resistance.

31 Oct 2023

New digital atlas reveals detailed stages of human fetal brain maturation

A comprehensive digital atlas of fetal brain maturation from a large cohort.

31 Oct 2023

University of Melbourne students develop customized video game controller for kid with cerebral palsy

Jerome, a seven-year-old boy with cerebral palsy (CP), has been able to play a video game for the first time, with the help of a team of University of Melbourne Biomedical Engineering Masters students, who have co-designed a customised video game controller with him.

31 Oct 2023

Surfing the web too much? Study links problematic internet use to heightened ADHD symptoms

This meta-analysis reveals a significant association between problematic internet use (PIU) and symptoms of ADHD, particularly in adult males who are not clinically diagnosed. The study emphasizes the need for further research on potential interventions for managing internet use and ADHD symptoms.

30 Oct 2023

Wholegrains give kids a heart-healthy boost, says new Danish study

Wholegrain diets in Danish children between ages 8-13 showed significant reductions in LDL cholesterol and triacylglycerol levels, also promoting beneficial gut microbiota growth. The study highlights the early cardiovascular and gut health benefits of wholegrains, paving the way for further research in childhood nutrition.

30 Oct 2023

Inpatient care of children has shifted to children's specialty centers, study finds

Historically, most children in the United States who needed to be hospitalized were treated at general hospitals that treat both children and adults.

30 Oct 2023

Teen stereotypes vary across cultures and influence adolescent development

In Western cultures, adolescence is often viewed as a time of rebellion and irresponsibility. A new article published in the journal Child Development Perspectives synthesized recent research on stereotypes of adolescence using an interdisciplinary approach which integrates developmental psychology, cultural psychology, and neuroscience.

30 Oct 2023

OU scientists receive $1.8 million to establish research center to address children's health impacts from environmental stressors

OU researchers have received a $1.8 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to establish a research center to address children's cumulative health impacts from agricultural and non-chemical exposures.

30 Oct 2023

Child Health News

Balancing act: Navigating elimination diets in allergic kids without compromising nutrition

Does social media and academic performance impact e-cigarette use among adolescents?

Preschoolers' plate paradox: More calories served, less self-regulation at snack time

Is health a human right? The American College of Physicians answers with an emphatic YES!

Study finds biology, not lifestyle, drives decline in physical activity during adolescence

Addressing social risks in pediatric care may improve health and wellness without increasing discrimination

Added calcium and phosphate in fluoride varnishes no silver bullet for fighting kids' tooth decay, study finds

Masking up matters: High-quality studies confirm face masks significantly curb COVID-19 spread

New study provides definitive evidence of executive function maturity in late adolescence

New drug gets FDA approval for the treatment of common genetic disease in young boys

Study shows unnecessary healthcare use by children with undiagnosed ADHD

Fingertip blood test could aid in rapid diagnosis of tuberculosis in children

Antibiotics no longer effective in treating childhood infections in large parts of the world

New digital atlas reveals detailed stages of human fetal brain maturation

University of Melbourne students develop customized video game controller for kid with cerebral palsy

Surfing the web too much? Study links problematic internet use to heightened ADHD symptoms

Wholegrains give kids a heart-healthy boost, says new Danish study

Inpatient care of children has shifted to children's specialty centers, study finds

Teen stereotypes vary across cultures and influence adolescent development

OU scientists receive $1.8 million to establish research center to address children's health impacts from environmental stressors

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