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Scientists illuminate the molecular events underlying childhood movement disorder

Scientists at the UNC School of Medicine and UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, in collaboration with a team from Queen Mary University of London, have illuminated the molecular events underlying an inherited movement and neurodegenerative disorder known as ARSACS – Autosomal recessive spastic ataxia of Charlevoix-Saguenay, named for two Quebec valleys where the first cases were found.

3 Nov 2022

Parental discord linked to children's genetic risk for alcohol problems

Parents can transmit a genetic risk for alcohol problems to their children not only directly, but also indirectly via genetically influenced aspects of the home environment, such as marital discord or divorce, according to a Rutgers researcher.

3 Nov 2022

Study findings highlight the importance of preventing early traumatic events

Suffering psychological trauma during childhood significantly increases the risk of developing a mental disorder in adulthood. Specifically, as much as three times, according to a recent study led by researchers at the Hospital del Mar Medical Research Institute, published in the journal European Archives of Psychiatry and Clinical Neuroscience. The study analyses the fourteen reviews and meta-analyses published to date in specialized journals on this issue, and is the first to take into account the full range of existing mental disorders.

3 Nov 2022

Study analyzes the impact of children’s mental health on the national workforce

As the American economy has undergone rapid and dramatic change, so too has America's workforce. Trending terms, such as "the great resignation" and "quiet quitting," have been coined as we seek to better understand workplace challenges across the country. There have been many contributing factors reported to be driving these issues, but new research shows that the pediatric mental health crisis is a significant and surprising contributor among working parents in America's workforce.

3 Nov 2022

Targeted therapy for children with high-risk Hodgkin lymphoma reduces relapse rates, trial shows

A targeted therapy for children with high-risk Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) was shown to significantly reduce relapse rates when tested in a large multicenter clinical trial conducted by the Children's Oncology Group (COG) and led by pediatric oncologists at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University. By combining the targeted antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) brentuximab vedotin (BV) with the standard chemotherapy regimen, children were 10% less likely to relapse.

2 Nov 2022

RSV and kids: What you need to know

An overview on the prevalence, symptoms, and management of RSV in children.

2 Nov 2022

Nutrition-related content on TikTok may contribute to disordered eating behaviors

New research from the University of Vermont finds the most viewed content on TikTok relating to food, nutrition and weight perpetuates a toxic diet culture among teens and young adults and that expert voices are largely missing from the conversation.

2 Nov 2022

Study highlights the importance of poverty in criminal conviction

A significant reduction in childhood poverty could cut criminal convictions by almost a quarter, according to a study conducted in Brazil. An article on the study is published in Scientific Reports. The researchers used an innovative approach involving an analysis of 22 risk factors that affect human development and interviews with 1,905 children at two points – a first interview to form a baseline (mean age 10.3) and a follow-up interview seven years later (mean age 17.8).

2 Nov 2022

How has the COVID pandemic affected neurodevelopmental in infants?

In a recent study published in the journal JAMA Network Open, researchers investigated the association between neurodevelopmental impairment in infants and factors such as gestational exposure to severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2 and birth and development during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

1 Nov 2022

New research lays the foundation for more effectively treating pediatric brain tumor

In a ground-breaking new study, scientists have uncovered the mechanics of the blood-tumor barrier, one of the most significant obstacles to improving treatment efficacy and preventing the return of cancerous cells.

1 Nov 2022

The maternal RSV vaccine from Pfizer protects newborns against severe illness

Pfizer announced its maternal vaccine against RSV to be almost 82% effective in protecting infants for the first 90 days of life against severe illness.

1 Nov 2022

Social and economic inequality associated with differences in children's brain connections

Growing up in a socioeconomically disadvantaged household may have lasting effects on children's brain development, a large new study suggests.

1 Nov 2022

Is maternal caffeine consumption associated with child growth, and are such associations present in low-consumption groups?

A new paper published in JAMA Network Open discusses the relationship between caffeine consumption in pregnancy and the future growth of the offspring.

1 Nov 2022

Study analyzes Medicaid programs for children with medical complexity

Medicaid eligibility and coverage for children with medical complexity vary substantially by state, which gives rise to health equity concerns, especially if families move across state lines, according to a study from Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago published in the journal JAMA Network Open. The study focused on Medicaid programs for these children beyond the traditional family income-based eligibility.

1 Nov 2022

Experts analyze the physical activity and health of children prior to COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated shortfalls in children's physical activity around the world, according to a new study – and Scotland is not exempt.

1 Nov 2022

COVID-19 pandemic increased deaths and disease caused by tuberculosis

A new report published by the World Health Organization indicated a decrease in global spending on essential TB services from US$6 billion in 2019 to US$5.4 billion in 2021.

31 Oct 2022

Breastfeeding support extends breastfeeding duration and exclusivity

Researchers determine the impact of different support on the duration and exclusivity of mothers breastfeeding healthy term babies.

31 Oct 2022

Infants' innateness for tuning in to musical rhythms is intertwined with early social engagement

Engaging infants with a song provides a readymade means for supporting social development and interaction, according to a study published by the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

31 Oct 2022

Study highlights lack of representation of non-English speakers in pediatrics research

A new analysis of U.S.-based pediatrics research published over the last decade found that just 9% of studies included non-English-speaking children or families, highlighting a lack of representation that could have serious implications for health equity.

31 Oct 2022

New hearing screening system for newborns uses a smartphone and low-cost earbuds

Newborns across the United States are screened to check for hearing loss. This test is important because it helps families better understand their child's health, but it's often not accessible to children in other countries because the screening device is expensive.

31 Oct 2022

Child Health News

Scientists illuminate the molecular events underlying childhood movement disorder

Parental discord linked to children's genetic risk for alcohol problems

Study findings highlight the importance of preventing early traumatic events

Study analyzes the impact of children’s mental health on the national workforce

Targeted therapy for children with high-risk Hodgkin lymphoma reduces relapse rates, trial shows

RSV and kids: What you need to know

Nutrition-related content on TikTok may contribute to disordered eating behaviors

Study highlights the importance of poverty in criminal conviction

How has the COVID pandemic affected neurodevelopmental in infants?

New research lays the foundation for more effectively treating pediatric brain tumor

The maternal RSV vaccine from Pfizer protects newborns against severe illness

Social and economic inequality associated with differences in children's brain connections

Is maternal caffeine consumption associated with child growth, and are such associations present in low-consumption groups?

Study analyzes Medicaid programs for children with medical complexity

Experts analyze the physical activity and health of children prior to COVID-19

COVID-19 pandemic increased deaths and disease caused by tuberculosis

Breastfeeding support extends breastfeeding duration and exclusivity

Infants' innateness for tuning in to musical rhythms is intertwined with early social engagement

Study highlights lack of representation of non-English speakers in pediatrics research

New hearing screening system for newborns uses a smartphone and low-cost earbuds

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