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Researchers find link between maternal pesticide use and risk of childhood brain tumors

Previous epidemiological studies have suggested that exposure to pesticides during pregnancy may have a possible role in the development of childhood brain tumors.

3 Oct 2017

5 takeaways from Congress’ failure to extend funding for children’s coverage

Congress finally seems ready to take action on the Children’s Health Insurance Program after funding lapsed Sept. 30.

3 Oct 2017

Cooling treatment for babies deprived of oxygen at birth can reduce childhood epilepsy

Cooling babies deprived of oxygen at birth (perinatal asphyxia) can reduce the number of children who develop epilepsy later in childhood, according to a new study published in the journal Epilepsia.

3 Oct 2017

Program for strengthening parenting skills improves ADHD symptoms in young children

A program that focuses on strengthening parenting skills also improves symptoms of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in 3-8 year-olds, according to researchers at the at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. FPG scientists completed a rigorous review of evidence that demonstrated the effectiveness of the "Incredible Years Basic Parent Program."

3 Oct 2017

Study looks at impact of mental health risk factors on extremely low birth weight survivors

Decreased exposure to bullying and family problems during childhood and adolescence could help reduce adult mental illness in extremely low birth weight preemies, according to a new study from McMaster University.

3 Oct 2017

Studies shed new light on leading cause of birth defects and miscarriage

Two recent Northwestern University studies shed new light on the mystery of the leading cause of birth defects and miscarriage, laying the foundation for further research in an understudied but crucially important field of genetic study.

3 Oct 2017

Drones could help perform routine health checks in neonatal care

Drone technology is being developed to perform routine health checks remotely in a bid to reduce infection spread in neonatal care.

3 Oct 2017

New gene therapy to treat cancer in children, young adults offers hopes and challenges

The first gene therapy for cancer, approved by the Food Drug Administration in August, will transform the treatment of a particular kind of cancer in children and young adults. It's transformative because it uses a patient's own immune cells to attack the cancer cells.

3 Oct 2017

NIH-funded study to evaluate treatment options for newborns with opioid withdrawal syndrome

The National Institutes of Health is funding a new study to evaluate treatment options for newborns with opioid withdrawal syndrome, a condition caused by exposure to opioids during pregnancy.

3 Oct 2017

Study finds no association between BCG vaccine and childhood asthma

Childhood asthma is a serious public health challenge in Québec and throughout the world. Although the immune mechanisms implicated in the development of childhood asthma are not fully understood, some studies seem to suggest that the BCG vaccine, used in tuberculosis prevention, may have a protective effect on childhood asthma.

3 Oct 2017

Study tests stepped care model of treatment for youth with anxiety

A stepped care model of treatment for youth with anxiety can be effectively delivered using at least 14% less therapist time than traditional treatment service, reports a study published in the October 2017 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.

3 Oct 2017

Study sheds light on the mechanism of lung damage in premature babies

The lungs are one of the last organs to undergo full maturation in a baby's body. Children that are born very prematurely do not have fully developed lungs, and are therefore more susceptible to associated complications.

30 Sep 2017

Intrapartum fever during labor leads to maternal and neonatal complications

Intrapartum fever -- fever that occurs during labor -- occurs in approximately 1-2% of deliveries and is often associated with maternal and neonatal complications. But the precise reasons for the fever and its different outcomes are unclear.

30 Sep 2017

New findings could help doctors gain insight on miscarriage

The major structures of a baby's heart form in just four days, according to new research using the latest imaging techniques.

30 Sep 2017

Full-term babies born early may suffer adverse health outcomes later in life

Researchers at the University of Queensland reported this week that full-term babies born just a few weeks early are more likely to have poor physical fitness throughout life compared with babies of longer gestation.

29 Sep 2017

Early babies more likely to have poor physical fitness throughout life

Babies born even a few weeks early are more likely to have poor physical fitness throughout life, University of Queensland researchers have found

28 Sep 2017

Research suggests natural remedy for sleep problems in young people

A collaborative research project involving James Cook University and the University of Queensland indicates high rates of sleep problems continuing through teenage years and into early adulthood - but also suggests a natural remedy.

28 Sep 2017

TV in the bedroom can cause poor performance and addiction

A recent study has shown that children with a TV or video game system in their bedroom did not do as well in school, were more likely to become obese, and were at greater risk of addiction.

28 Sep 2017

Family, friends play key role in helping people with childhood-onset disabilities attain quality employment

Family and close friends play an integral role in helping people with childhood-onset disabilities attain quality employment as adults, a new study from Oregon State University has found.

28 Sep 2017

High blood pressure in pregnant women linked to greater risk of obesity for their children

When expectant mothers have elevated blood pressure during pregnancy, it may raise their children's risk of developing childhood obesity, according to a study published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.

27 Sep 2017

Child Health News

Researchers find link between maternal pesticide use and risk of childhood brain tumors

5 takeaways from Congress’ failure to extend funding for children’s coverage

Cooling treatment for babies deprived of oxygen at birth can reduce childhood epilepsy

Program for strengthening parenting skills improves ADHD symptoms in young children

Study looks at impact of mental health risk factors on extremely low birth weight survivors

Studies shed new light on leading cause of birth defects and miscarriage

Drones could help perform routine health checks in neonatal care

New gene therapy to treat cancer in children, young adults offers hopes and challenges

NIH-funded study to evaluate treatment options for newborns with opioid withdrawal syndrome

Study finds no association between BCG vaccine and childhood asthma

Study tests stepped care model of treatment for youth with anxiety

Study sheds light on the mechanism of lung damage in premature babies

Intrapartum fever during labor leads to maternal and neonatal complications

New findings could help doctors gain insight on miscarriage

Full-term babies born early may suffer adverse health outcomes later in life

Early babies more likely to have poor physical fitness throughout life

Research suggests natural remedy for sleep problems in young people

TV in the bedroom can cause poor performance and addiction

Family, friends play key role in helping people with childhood-onset disabilities attain quality employment

High blood pressure in pregnant women linked to greater risk of obesity for their children

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