Child Health Related Content
Early childhood diet linked to risk factors for inflammatory bowel disease
A high-quality diet during the first year of life may significantly lower the subsequent risk of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
AI-based diagnosis system transforms sepsis detection in children
An international research team has successfully employed the power of artificial intelligence to enhance the diagnosis of sepsis in children.
Study reveals alarming presence of thirdhand smoke in homes
Secondhand smoking has been recognised as a health hazard with links to cancer. Now researchers are focusing on thirdhand smoke, where harmful tobacco residues linger on surfaces such as furniture, walls and floors.
WHO’s call for global action to curb E-cigarette epidemic
The World Health Organisation has issued a call against the alarming rise in e-cigarette use, particularly in young children and teenagers.
Professor Ingela Naumann and the importance of childcare policy for gender equality and social...
Ingela Naumann is a leading expert in the fields of childcare and gender equality policy with an international and comparative focus. Working at the University of Fribourg, she examines how social and education policies improve equality, fairness and social wellbeing in society.
The heightened health risks climate change has on children and pregnant women
On Tuesday, UN agencies issued a pressing appeal for immediate action, emphasising the significant health threats confronting women, infants, and children as the climate crisis continues to escalate.
Antibiotic resistance threatens young lives worldwide
Antibiotics used to treat common infections in infants and children are becoming increasingly ineffective worldwide.
The impact of body image and social media youth on sports participation
Research from Nemours Children's Health presented at the 2023 AAP Conference reveals that body image and social media influence, gender biases, and coaching styles are prompting young athletes to abandon sports.
Breastfeeding at work: Ensuring the wellbeing of mothers
Matt Thornton from CoolMed examines legislation regarding breastfeeding at work, safe storage of breast milk, and the importance of proper storage facilities.
Toxic air being breathed in by nearly everyone in Europe
Almost every individual in Europe is being exposed to hazardous levels of air pollution, according to a new investigation by The Guardian.
The collapsing healthcare system in Sudan threatens children’s lives
Children are dying due to the failing healthcare system in Sudan, according to the World Health Organisation. What needs to change?
WHO’s global action plan aims to boost worldwide physical activity
WHO's Global Action Plan 2018-2030 calls for a comprehensive approach to increase physical activity worldwide to reduce inactivity by 15% by 2030, supported by the ACTIVE toolkit for policy implementation.
Ban on single-use vapes: UK governments aim to stop children vaping
Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner admits she wishes she could give up vaping following reports that the government is considering banning disposable single-use vapes in an effort to protect young peoples health.
The impact of sleep on children’s impulsive behaviour
A recent study from the University of Georgia's Youth Development Institute reveals sleep's crucial role in mitigating children's impulsive behaviour.
Unleashing the full potential of STEM education
Dr Amanda Gummer, Child Development Expert, Founder of The Good Play Guide, and FUNamentally Children, reveals how unleashing the full potential of STEM education empowers future generations.
Can listening to classical music reduce babies’ pain levels?
A new study suggests that playing Mozart's lullaby may reduce pain levels in newborn babies undergoing heel prick blood tests.
Sedentary childhood tied to heart damage in young adulthood
New findings from ESC Congress 2023 reveal that inactivity during childhood can lead to Heart damage in young adulthood.
Concerns rise about overuse of social media as kids return to school
As students prepare to re-enter school, two prominent concerns loom larger in parents' minds: the pervasive influence of overuse of social media and the internet on their children.
Innovative paediatric research: Investigating the 3D printing of medication
The NIH has awarded a grant of $3 million in the hope of supporting the 3D printing of medication tailored towards helping paediatric patients.
Mental health referrals for young people hits record high
Analysis of NHS data by the mental health charity Young Minds has discovered that the number of mental health referrals and children in mental health crisis is at an all-time high.