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Systematic review links outdoor air pollution to differences in children's brains

Systematic review links outdoor air pollution to differences in children's brains

by Alex Russell,UC DavisCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOutdoor air pollution from power plants, fires and cars continues to degrade human, animal and environmental health around the globe. New

Systematic review links outdoor air pollution to differences in children's brains

by Alex Russell,UC DavisCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOutdoor air pollution from power plants, fires and cars continues to degrade human, animal and environmental health around the globe. New
Newborns should receive vitamin K within six hours of birth

Newborns should receive vitamin K within six hours of birth

Vitamin K should be administered as a single intramuscular dose for all newborns as prophylaxis for vitamin K deficiency bleeding (VKDB), according to a policy statement published in the March issue o

Newborns should receive vitamin K within six hours of birth

Vitamin K should be administered as a single intramuscular dose for all newborns as prophylaxis for vitamin K deficiency bleeding (VKDB), according to a policy statement published in the March issue o
Research shows psychological risks increases for transgender youth at gender identity milestones

Research shows psychological risks increases for transgender youth at gender identity milestones

by Elana GotkineTransgender youth have an increased risk for attempting suicide or running away from home in association with gender identity milestones, with the association driven by children who li

Research shows psychological risks increases for transgender youth at gender identity milestones

by Elana GotkineTransgender youth have an increased risk for attempting suicide or running away from home in association with gender identity milestones, with the association driven by children who li
Bypassing oral immunotherapy buildup safe in children with food allergy

Bypassing oral immunotherapy buildup safe in children with food allergy

by Lori SolomonAn initial phase of multifood sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) that bypasses oral immunotherapy (OIT) buildup is safe and effective, according to a study published online Feb. 27 in the&

Bypassing oral immunotherapy buildup safe in children with food allergy

by Lori SolomonAn initial phase of multifood sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) that bypasses oral immunotherapy (OIT) buildup is safe and effective, according to a study published online Feb. 27 in the&
One in four children referred to mental health services in Scotland have suicidal thoughts or behaviors

One in four children referred to mental health services in Scotland have suicidal thoughts or behaviors

by University of StirlingIN Site A parental separation, other mental health issues or neurological condition, bullying, and ASD were the most common issues. In Site B the issues most reported for

One in four children referred to mental health services in Scotland have suicidal thoughts or behaviors

by University of StirlingIN Site A parental separation, other mental health issues or neurological condition, bullying, and ASD were the most common issues. In Site B the issues most reported for
Genetic causes of cerebral palsy uncovered through whole-genome sequencing

Genetic causes of cerebral palsy uncovered through whole-genome sequencing

byThe Hospital for Sick ChildrenCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA Canadian-led study has identified genes which may be partially responsible for the development of cerebral palsy.Cerebral pals

Genetic causes of cerebral palsy uncovered through whole-genome sequencing

byThe Hospital for Sick ChildrenCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA Canadian-led study has identified genes which may be partially responsible for the development of cerebral palsy.Cerebral pals
Twin study confirms childhood leukemia starts in the womb and could help guide screening when only one twin is affected

Twin study confirms childhood leukemia starts in the womb and could help guide screening when only one twin is affected

byInstitute of Cancer ResearchPre-leukaemic cells in blood of the healthy co-twin of a patient with t(9;22) ALL (pair 3A/B). A FISH for BCR::ABL1 translocation in PB mononuclear cells from twin

Twin study confirms childhood leukemia starts in the womb and could help guide screening when only one twin is affected

byInstitute of Cancer ResearchPre-leukaemic cells in blood of the healthy co-twin of a patient with t(9;22) ALL (pair 3A/B). A FISH for BCR::ABL1 translocation in PB mononuclear cells from twin
Colic in babies: Causes, symptoms and treatment

Colic in babies: Causes, symptoms and treatment

by Ann SchreiberMost new parents have experienced the agony of colic: hours of inconsolable crying from their newborn, leaving them at wit's end.It's more common than some might think: The&nbs

Colic in babies: Causes, symptoms and treatment

by Ann SchreiberMost new parents have experienced the agony of colic: hours of inconsolable crying from their newborn, leaving them at wit's end.It's more common than some might think: The&nbs
How Can I Tell If My Baby Has Food Allergies?

How Can I Tell If My Baby Has Food Allergies?

How Can I Tell If My Baby Has Food Allergies?Signs and Symptoms of Allergies in BabiesByJeanette BradleyUpdated on April 04, 2022Medically reviewed byJonathan B. Jassey, DOFood

How Can I Tell If My Baby Has Food Allergies?

How Can I Tell If My Baby Has Food Allergies?Signs and Symptoms of Allergies in BabiesByJeanette BradleyUpdated on April 04, 2022Medically reviewed byJonathan B. Jassey, DOFood
Primary cilia in medulloblastoma: Mechanisms provide treatment opportunity

Primary cilia in medulloblastoma: Mechanisms provide treatment opportunity

by St. Jude Children's Research HospitalThe primary cilium is an appendage located on the surface of cells. Here you can see samples of human medulloblastoma representing SHH, WNT, Group 3 an

Primary cilia in medulloblastoma: Mechanisms provide treatment opportunity

by St. Jude Children's Research HospitalThe primary cilium is an appendage located on the surface of cells. Here you can see samples of human medulloblastoma representing SHH, WNT, Group 3 an
Using cutting-edge technology to perform first ever non-invasive brain tumor surgery

Using cutting-edge technology to perform first ever non-invasive brain tumor surgery

by Children's National HospitalCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainChildren's National Hospital successfully performed the first-ever high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) surgery on a p

Using cutting-edge technology to perform first ever non-invasive brain tumor surgery

by Children's National HospitalCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainChildren's National Hospital successfully performed the first-ever high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) surgery on a p
Can they hear you now? Kids increasingly exposed to noise health risks via earbuds and headphones

Can they hear you now? Kids increasingly exposed to noise health risks via earbuds and headphones

by University of MichiganOnly half of parents share they've tried to limit their child's audio device usage. Credit: University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children's Hospital Nation

Can they hear you now? Kids increasingly exposed to noise health risks via earbuds and headphones

by University of MichiganOnly half of parents share they've tried to limit their child's audio device usage. Credit: University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children's Hospital Nation