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UCL researchers develop new gene therapy to cure severe childhood epilepsy

UCL researchers have developed a new gene therapy to cure a devastating form of childhood epilepsy, which a new study shows can significantly reduce seizures in mice.

14 Dec 2023

How safe are GLP-1R agonists in early pregnancy?

JAMA Internal Medicine study examines the safety of GLP-1 receptor agonists and other second-line antidiabetic medications during early pregnancy, finding no significant increase in congenital anomalies compared to insulin use.

14 Dec 2023

Childhood sedentariness may be a key factor in elevated cholesterol and premature heart disease

Children who are physically inactive may have high cholesterol in early adulthood and subsequent heart health issues in their mid-forties, according to new research published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.

14 Dec 2023

Neurodivergent kids design their own games with robots and augmented reality

Researchers at the Interactive Technologies Institute are conducting an innovative research project on co-creating robotic games for neurodiverse children - neurodivergent and neurotypical.

14 Dec 2023

Body dissatisfaction at age 11 may increase depression risk by age 14

Body dissatisfaction at age 11 is linked to increased risk of depression by age 14, finds a new longitudinal study led by UCL researchers.

13 Dec 2023

Paternal alcohol consumption prior to conception can have a negative effect on fetal development

Researchers at Texas A&M University have already shown that paternal drinking habits prior to conception can have a negative effect on fetal development - with semen from men who regularly consume alcohol impacting placenta development, fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS)-associated brain and facial defects, and even IVF outcomes.

13 Dec 2023

Interactive screen-based activities impact sleep health of adolescents

While screen time is generally known to affect sleep, new research suggests that interactive engagement, such as texting friends or playing video games, delays and reduces the time spent asleep to a greater extent than passive screen time, like watching television - especially for teens.

13 Dec 2023

Advancements in food allergy research promise improved diagnosis and treatment options

A review in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology discusses the global trends in food allergy prevalence, with stabilization in developed regions and an increase in developing countries, alongside advancements in understanding the mechanisms, diagnosis, and treatment of food allergies.

13 Dec 2023

Global study reveals link between psychological distress and unhealthy eating in adolescents

Study in Scientific Reports analyzed data from 222,401 adolescents across 61 countries, finding a significant correlation between psychological distress and unhealthy eating habits, with notable differences across sexes and regions.

13 Dec 2023

Deep learning reveals hidden patterns in adolescent mental health

The personal yet global struggle with mental health may be more visible now than ever before. Yet many people still find it difficult to access the support they need. In Japan, suicide is sadly the leading cause of death for young people.

13 Dec 2023

Study cautions against using QbTest as a standalone tool for diagnosing ADHD

A new study cautions against using the QbTest as a standalone diagnostic or screening tool for ADHD.

13 Dec 2023

Study uncovers shift from cigarettes to vapes among pregnant teens with mixed impact on newborns' health

Study analyzed data from over 10,000 pregnant American teenagers to explore the impact of smoking cigarettes, vaping, or both on fetal health, particularly focusing on the likelihood of babies being small for gestational age (SGA). It revealed that cigarette use was associated with a higher risk of SGA, while no significant association was found between vaping and SGA.

13 Dec 2023

Scientists unlock secret to repairing malnourished children's guts

A clinical trial reported in 2021 and conducted by a team of researchers from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and the International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research in Dhaka, Bangladesh, showed that a newly designed therapeutic food aimed at repairing malnourished children's underdeveloped gut microbiomes was superior to a widely used standard therapeutic food.

13 Dec 2023

St. Jude study sheds light on prediabetes prevalence and diabetes risk in childhood cancer survivors

Is maternal cannabis exposure associated with increased risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes related to placental function?

Researchers assessed the relationship between maternal cannabis use and adverse pregnancy outcomes linked to placental function.

13 Dec 2023

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UCL researchers develop new gene therapy to cure severe childhood epilepsy

How safe are GLP-1R agonists in early pregnancy?

Childhood sedentariness may be a key factor in elevated cholesterol and premature heart disease

Neurodivergent kids design their own games with robots and augmented reality

Body dissatisfaction at age 11 may increase depression risk by age 14

Paternal alcohol consumption prior to conception can have a negative effect on fetal development

Interactive screen-based activities impact sleep health of adolescents

Advancements in food allergy research promise improved diagnosis and treatment options

Global study reveals link between psychological distress and unhealthy eating in adolescents

Deep learning reveals hidden patterns in adolescent mental health

Study cautions against using QbTest as a standalone tool for diagnosing ADHD

Study uncovers shift from cigarettes to vapes among pregnant teens with mixed impact on newborns' health

Scientists unlock secret to repairing malnourished children's guts

St. Jude study sheds light on prediabetes prevalence and diabetes risk in childhood cancer survivors

New study unpacks the hidden power of breastfeeding

Poor diet quality puts America's youth at risk for cardiometabolic diseases later in life

Adolescent illicit drug use stays below pre-pandemic levels in 2023, survey finds

Light activity holds promise for combating childhood obesity

Smartwatches help physicians to diagnose arrhythmias in children

Is maternal cannabis exposure associated with increased risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes related to placental function?

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