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Yale study provides insight into how Zika virus may be transmitted from pregnant mother to fetus

In a new study, Yale researchers demonstrate Zika virus infection of cells derived from human placentas. The research provides insight into how Zika virus may be transmitted from expectant mother to fetus, resulting in infection of the fetal brain.

18 Aug 2016

New clinical trial to examine safety of checkpoint inhibitor in pediatric cancer patients

In an innovative, first-in-pediatrics study, available only at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, researchers will be enrolling children between 1 and 18 years of age who have certain types of relapsed or treatment-resistant cancer.

18 Aug 2016

Poor prenatal nutrition may be linked to ADHD symptoms and conduct problems in children

New research led by scientists from King's College London and the University of Bristol has found that a high-fat, high-sugar diet during pregnancy may be linked to symptoms of ADHD in children who show conduct problems early in life.

18 Aug 2016

Many children treated for stroller or carrier-related injuries in U.S. hospitals, study finds

Although strollers and carriers are typically used to safely transport children, injuries do occur while using these products.

18 Aug 2016

Improvements in modifiable risk factors could help avoid preterm births

A significant portion of preterm births might be avoided by reducing or eliminating three major risk factors.

17 Aug 2016

Study finds alarming rates of obesity, high blood pressure readings among adolescent student-athletes

Researchers at Thomas Jefferson University found similar rates of obesity and high blood pressure readings in student-athletes as would be expected in the general adolescent population, which may suggest that participation in athletics does not protect against these conditions.

17 Aug 2016

Children living in poor communities less likely to receive diagnosis for strabismus, study shows

Children are less likely to be diagnosed with crossed eyes, a condition known as strabismus, if they live in poor communities, according to an analysis led by researchers at the University of Michigan's Kellogg Eye Center.

17 Aug 2016

New test holds potential to revolutionise diagnosis of childhood leukaemia

Researchers at The University of Manchester have unlocked the potential of a new test which could revolutionise the way doctors diagnose and monitor a common childhood leukaemia.

17 Aug 2016

Exact magnitude of stillbirths, maternal and neonatal mortality underreported, WHO reveals

The day of birth is potentially the most dangerous time for mothers and babies. Every year, worldwide, 303 000 women die during pregnancy and childbirth, 2.7 million babies die during the first 28 days of life and 2.6 million babies are stillborn.

17 Aug 2016

Innovative board game helps improve nutrition, health in young children

An innovative board game for Early Years professionals and the families of young children has been developed by Focus Games Ltd and Foodtalk CIC (Paediatric Dietitians).

17 Aug 2016

New article highlights positive impact of the BFHI on breastfeeding outcomes

The 10-step Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative, aimed at promoting breastfeeding initiation and exclusivity to improve early infant health in the U.S. is having a positive impact on some measures, but others have proven more challenging to influence or assess.

17 Aug 2016

Many medical specialists accept shaken baby syndrome as valid medical diagnosis

A University of Colorado School of Medicine researcher and colleagues have conducted the first-ever survey of physicians on the validity of "abusive head trauma" as a medical diagnosis.

16 Aug 2016

Obstructive sleep apnea and hypoxia linked to progression of NAFLD in obese adolescents

Researchers from the University of Colorado School of Medicine have published a new study showing that sleep apnea worsens non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in obese adolescents.

16 Aug 2016

Prenatal BPA exposure could lead to development of anxiety and depression in boys

Boys exposed prenatally to a common chemical used in plastics may be more likely to develop symptoms of anxiety and depression at age 10-12.

16 Aug 2016

Steroid treatment linked to increased risk of retinopathy in very low birth weight infants

Because of the beneficial effect of corticosteroids on lung function, especially in infants who are ventilator dependent, corticosteroids are, at times, administered to very low birth weight neonates to treat established or evolving lung disease. However, it has long been suspected that steroids may have negative neurodevelopmental effects on very premature infants.

16 Aug 2016

Smoke waves induced by climate change likely to affect millions in coming decades

Wildfires threaten more than land and homes. The smoke they produce contains fine particles (PM2.5) that can poison the air for hundreds of miles.

16 Aug 2016

Study explains long-term pulmonary outcomes among childhood cancer survivors

A team of researchers from nine leading academic hospitals and research centers have published a paper in the early online edition of the journal Cancer that describes pulmonary outcomes among childhood cancer survivors.

16 Aug 2016

Study finds disparities in mental health care for minority children and young adults

Black children and young adults are about half as likely as their white counterparts to get mental health care despite having similar rates of mental health problems, according to a study published today [Friday, Aug. 12] in the International Journal of Health Services.

12 Aug 2016

Nigerian Government reports 2 children paralyzed by wild poliovirus

After more than two years without wild poliovirus in Nigeria, the Government reported today that 2 children have been paralyzed by the disease in the northern Borno state.

12 Aug 2016

Food commercials may alter brain mechanisms of children's food choices

Food advertising is a multi-billion dollar industry, with approximately $1.8 billion annually aimed at children and adolescents, who view between 1,000 and 2,000 ads per year.

12 Aug 2016

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Yale study provides insight into how Zika virus may be transmitted from pregnant mother to fetus

New clinical trial to examine safety of checkpoint inhibitor in pediatric cancer patients

Poor prenatal nutrition may be linked to ADHD symptoms and conduct problems in children

Many children treated for stroller or carrier-related injuries in U.S. hospitals, study finds

Improvements in modifiable risk factors could help avoid preterm births

Study finds alarming rates of obesity, high blood pressure readings among adolescent student-athletes

Children living in poor communities less likely to receive diagnosis for strabismus, study shows

New test holds potential to revolutionise diagnosis of childhood leukaemia

Exact magnitude of stillbirths, maternal and neonatal mortality underreported, WHO reveals

Innovative board game helps improve nutrition, health in young children

New article highlights positive impact of the BFHI on breastfeeding outcomes

Many medical specialists accept shaken baby syndrome as valid medical diagnosis

Obstructive sleep apnea and hypoxia linked to progression of NAFLD in obese adolescents

Prenatal BPA exposure could lead to development of anxiety and depression in boys

Steroid treatment linked to increased risk of retinopathy in very low birth weight infants

Smoke waves induced by climate change likely to affect millions in coming decades

Study explains long-term pulmonary outcomes among childhood cancer survivors

Study finds disparities in mental health care for minority children and young adults

Nigerian Government reports 2 children paralyzed by wild poliovirus

Food commercials may alter brain mechanisms of children's food choices

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