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Physically active lessons may positively impact the cognitive performance of children

Researchers evaluated the effects of physically active lessons on cognitive performance.

2 Jun 2023

Evaluating the effects of dietary trends on reproductive outcomes

Researchers evaluated the effects of dietary trends on reproductive outcomes.

2 Jun 2023

Can machine learning predict BMI in early childhood using data from the first 1000 days of life?

Researchers used a machine learning (ML)-based approach to predict adulthood obesity.

2 Jun 2023

Mother-to-child transmission of SARS-CoV-2: evaluating the association between preventive measures and the risk of infection

Researchers evaluated the mother-to-infant transmission rates of SARS-CoV-2.

2 Jun 2023

Is having a new child associated with increased antidepressant treatment in men?

Study determines whether recent fatherhood was associated with increased antidepressant treatment.

2 Jun 2023

To what extent does prenatal folate status modify associations between early pregnancy perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substance exposure and birth outcomes?

Researchers evaluated the relationship between PFAS exposure during pregnancy and birth outcomes.

2 Jun 2023

Adolescents know and care about the changing legal landscape of abortion in the US

On July 1, North Carolina's new abortion limits go into effect. As restrictions on abortions are being tightened across the United States, adolescents may encounter mounting obstacles that could prevent them from accessing abortion care.

2 Jun 2023

Study highlights significant inequalities in financial capabilities of UK’s young people

A new study of 3,745 families from across the UK demonstrates a "sizeable" gap in the financial knowledge of children depending on which socio-economic group they come from.

1 Jun 2023

Smoke alarm: France's high maternal smoking rates fuel prematurity and low birth weight

Research highlights the adverse effects of active and passive maternal smoking on low birth weight and preterm delivery rates. It emphasizes the importance of smoking cessation and tobacco control policies to improve maternal and child health outcomes.

1 Jun 2023

Problematic drinking patterns in adolescence may increase later depression risk

Adolescents who show signs of alcohol dependence are more likely to develop depression by their mid-20s, according to a new study led by UCL (University College London) and University of Bristol researchers.

1 Jun 2023

Eye drops to slow the progression of nearsightedness in kids could be on the horizon

The results of a new clinical trial suggest that the first drug therapy to slow the progression of nearsightedness in kids could be on the horizon.

1 Jun 2023

Juicy findings: Chinese consumers embrace fruit peel delights, scientists examine nutritional value and pesticide concerns

Research explores the consumption of fruit peels by Chinese consumers, highlighting their nutritional value and pesticide residues. It provides insights into methods of pesticide detection and removal, as well as the physiological benefits of fruit peels, aiming to guide informed consumption and contribute to further research in this area.

1 Jun 2023

Special issue aims to deepen the conversation around cerebral palsy

Although cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common childhood-onset disability, there are very few evidence-based clinical practice guidelines or recommendations on how to treat and manage this condition.

31 May 2023

Spike in childhood human metapneumovirus infections in Western Australia linked to reduced COVID-19 measures

Researchers investigated the prevalence of human metapneumovirus through 2020 considering the implementation of NPIs due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

31 May 2023

Researchers create an open-source, reproducible analysis platform for pediatric brain tumors

Researchers from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation Childhood Cancer Data Lab, the Children's Brain Tumor Network, the Pacific Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Consortium, and more than 20 additional institutions have partnered to create a first-of-its-kind open-source, reproducible analysis platform for pediatric brain tumors.

31 May 2023

Babies experiencing hypoxia due to sleep apnea tend to develop hypertension in adulthood

Newborn babies who experience low levels of oxygen in their body tissues (hypoxia) due to sleep apnea, for example, tend to develop respiratory problems and hypertension (high blood pressure) in adulthood, and these problems may persist for the rest of their lives.

31 May 2023

Early life hardships echo into old age: Study links childhood adversity to cognitive decline in later life

Adversities experienced at different life stages impact cognitive aging, with early-life hunger and financial hardship predicting lower cognitive performance in older age. Financial hardship and stress in early adulthood, however, are associated with better cognitive performance.

31 May 2023

Red alert on energy drinks: Severe health risks for kids and teens

Research investigates the adverse health effects associated with energy drink consumption in children and adolescents. The study highlights the impact on different organ systems, the role of trigger factors, and the presence of preexisting health conditions.

30 May 2023

Study shatters myths: Toddlers, including those with health issues, exceed WHO physical activity standards

Research examines the association between physical activity, child development, social context, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in young children using data from the ActiveCHILD cohort study in the UK. It aims to provide insights into the relationship between these factors and shed light on physical activity patterns in different developmental and health states.

30 May 2023

Cortisol levels in late pregnancy can predict sleep health of infants

Cortisol levels in late pregnancy can predict the sleep of infants, according to a new study to be presented at the SLEEP 2023 annual meeting.

30 May 2023

Child Health News

Physically active lessons may positively impact the cognitive performance of children

Evaluating the effects of dietary trends on reproductive outcomes

Can machine learning predict BMI in early childhood using data from the first 1000 days of life?

Mother-to-child transmission of SARS-CoV-2: evaluating the association between preventive measures and the risk of infection

Is having a new child associated with increased antidepressant treatment in men?

To what extent does prenatal folate status modify associations between early pregnancy perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substance exposure and birth outcomes?

Adolescents know and care about the changing legal landscape of abortion in the US

Study highlights significant inequalities in financial capabilities of UK’s young people

Smoke alarm: France's high maternal smoking rates fuel prematurity and low birth weight

Problematic drinking patterns in adolescence may increase later depression risk

Eye drops to slow the progression of nearsightedness in kids could be on the horizon

Juicy findings: Chinese consumers embrace fruit peel delights, scientists examine nutritional value and pesticide concerns

Special issue aims to deepen the conversation around cerebral palsy

Spike in childhood human metapneumovirus infections in Western Australia linked to reduced COVID-19 measures

Researchers create an open-source, reproducible analysis platform for pediatric brain tumors

Babies experiencing hypoxia due to sleep apnea tend to develop hypertension in adulthood

Early life hardships echo into old age: Study links childhood adversity to cognitive decline in later life

Red alert on energy drinks: Severe health risks for kids and teens

Study shatters myths: Toddlers, including those with health issues, exceed WHO physical activity standards

Cortisol levels in late pregnancy can predict sleep health of infants

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