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Interpretation of violence between parents can influence development of trauma symptoms in children

If children feel threatened by even very low levels of violence between their parents, they may be at increased risk for developing trauma symptoms, new research suggests.

30 Mar 2010

Centre Philou inaugurates new facilities to welcome 6-12 year-old disabled children

The Centre Philou is inaugurating its new facilities to welcome new clients: 6-12 year-old severely physically disabled children for stays of two days to three weeks at a time. The Centre has already been welcoming 0-5 year-olds for almost five years.

30 Mar 2010

Racial disparity in infant sleep-related deaths

A study conducted by Children's Memorial Research Center reveals that African American infants are far more likely to die from sleep-related causes than any other ethnic group in Illinois.

30 Mar 2010

Vertical living kids

A University of Melbourne Associate Professor Carolyn Whitzman has recently concluded a study called “Vertical living kids” which proves that children living in high rises are not as independent as those living in the suburbs. They are far more dependent on parental supervision when planning outings and excursions.

30 Mar 2010

Devereux Florida's Viera Campus secures $100,000 in federal funds

Devereux Florida's Viera Campus has secured $100,000 in federal funds to renovate a 21,000 square foot facility that serves over 500 children each year who are in need of improved physical, social and emotional health.

30 Mar 2010

National Institute of Mental Health awards two-year, $998,940 grant for autism research

An average of one in 100 children in the United States has an autism spectrum disorder according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While over the last few years an increasing number of these children have begun to receive early intervention services, research shows that high quality and intensive intervention are critical for positive outcomes.

29 Mar 2010

New Brain Balance Achievement Center to be opened in Plano, Texas

Dr. Robert Melillo, leading Autism expert, founder of Brain Balance Achievement Centers and author of "Disconnected Kids" will be in Plano, Texas from March 29th-31st speaking about how to help parents and professionals work with children that struggle with academic, social and behavioral issues.

29 Mar 2010

Glue ear: Bacterial nasal spray may help children

Many children have long-term problems with fluid in the middle ear, and sometimes surgery is the only way to shift it. However, a bacterial nasal spray can have the same effect in some children, reveals a thesis from the Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden.

29 Mar 2010

Wave of violence and turmoil in Iraq lead to deterioration of linear growth of children

Iraqi children born in areas affected by high levels of violence are shorter in height than children born in less violent areas according to a study at Royal Holloway, University of London.

29 Mar 2010

Child-patient research subjects too often in the dark about their participation: Study

A small study of children with cancer enrolled in therapeutic clinical research trials shows that they don't fully understand what physicians and parents tell them about their participation, nor do they feel they are genuinely involved in the choice to take part.

29 Mar 2010

Minority children in the U.S. face pervasive gap in quality and extent of health care

Minority children in the U.S. face a pervasive gap in the quality and extent of health care received compared to Caucasians, according to a report from the American Academy of Pediatrics written by a UT Southwestern Medical Center physician.

29 Mar 2010

Study finds colonoscopy safe for Chinese children

Colonoscopy in children is a highly specialized procedure which is not often performed in the Chinese population. Data of its safety and diagnostic yield in Chinese children is scarce. One of the most common indications for colonoscopy in children of western countries is investigation and follow-up assessment for inflammatory bowel disease which is uncommon in Chinese children. It has recently been reported that there is increasing occurrence of childhood inflammatory bowel disease in western countries. It is, however, unknown whether a similar increase happens in Chinese children.

27 Mar 2010

ACF, FNS join forces to help communities provide children with nutritious meals during summer

In an effort to address childhood hunger and its impact on child development, health and learning, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service, are notifying states that Temporary Assistance for Needy Families funds available through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act can be used to assist families through the Summer Food Service Program.

27 Mar 2010

CA-MRSA becoming common among children admitted to PICU's

Once considered a hospital anomaly, community-acquired infections with drug-resistant strains of the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus now turn up regularly among children hospitalized in the intensive-care unit, according to research from the Johns Hopkins Children's Center.

26 Mar 2010

Disparities in African American women's breastfeeding practices

African American women are less likely to breastfeed their children, in part due to the preconceived attitudes that women have regarding breastfeeding vs. formula feeding, according to a new study from Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center researchers.

26 Mar 2010

Alere WCH partners with Monica Healthcare

Alere Health, LLC, a leader in personal health support solutions, today announced a partnership between the Alere® Women's & Children's Health Division and UK-based Monica Healthcare Ltd, developers of a groundbreaking wireless, wearable fetal-maternal monitor.

26 Mar 2010

Budget continues to ignore mental illness and sanctions deaths of young Ontarians

Suicide is the leading cause of non-accidental death in Ontario's youths aged 10 to 19, claiming the lives of our young people more than any other health-related cause. Mental illness is the strongest risk factor for suicide yet these youths cannot get treatment because of years of government underfunding.

26 Mar 2010

Pregnant breast cancer patients can receive chemotherapy without endangering baby health

Women who discover they have breast cancer while they are pregnant can be treated with chemotherapy without endangering the health of their unborn baby, according to research to be presented at the seventh European Breast Cancer Conference (EBCC7) in Barcelona today (Friday).

26 Mar 2010

Skin cancer prevention measure increases hat use among fourth-graders

A sun protection intervention program that encouraged fourth-graders to wear hats outdoors as a skin cancer prevention measure significantly increased hat use at school, a study by researchers at the University of South Florida College of Medicine found. The program, however, had no effect on self-reported hat use at home or on measures of skin pigmentation.

26 Mar 2010

Lay health workers can help reduce childhood mortality

Lay persons in many countries who are given special training to promote or carry out some health care services may reduce childhood mortality.

26 Mar 2010

Child Health News

Interpretation of violence between parents can influence development of trauma symptoms in children

Centre Philou inaugurates new facilities to welcome 6-12 year-old disabled children

Racial disparity in infant sleep-related deaths

Vertical living kids

Devereux Florida's Viera Campus secures $100,000 in federal funds

National Institute of Mental Health awards two-year, $998,940 grant for autism research

New Brain Balance Achievement Center to be opened in Plano, Texas

Glue ear: Bacterial nasal spray may help children

Wave of violence and turmoil in Iraq lead to deterioration of linear growth of children

Child-patient research subjects too often in the dark about their participation: Study

Minority children in the U.S. face pervasive gap in quality and extent of health care

Study finds colonoscopy safe for Chinese children

ACF, FNS join forces to help communities provide children with nutritious meals during summer

CA-MRSA becoming common among children admitted to PICU's

Disparities in African American women's breastfeeding practices

Alere WCH partners with Monica Healthcare

Budget continues to ignore mental illness and sanctions deaths of young Ontarians

Pregnant breast cancer patients can receive chemotherapy without endangering baby health

Skin cancer prevention measure increases hat use among fourth-graders

Lay health workers can help reduce childhood mortality

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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