Research links greater gestational vitamin D in blood with reduced childhood behavioral issues

by Amy Cherry,University of DelawareCredit: Jeffrey C. Chase/University of DelawareIf you work indoors, live in the north, avoid the sun, are lactose intolerant, vegan, elderly or darker skinned

Updated on: May 19,2024

Research links greater gestational vitamin D in blood with reduced childhood behavioral issues

by Amy Cherry,University of DelawareCredit: Jeffrey C. Chase/University of DelawareIf you work indoors, live in the north, avoid the sun, are lactose intolerant, vegan, elderly or darker skinned

Updated on:May 19,2024

Youth of color turn to TikTok for diet, fitness information

by Boston UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNearly 1 in 4 adolescents in the United States experienced obesity from 2017 to 2020, and youths of color experienced disproportionately high

Updated on: March 08,2024

Youth of color turn to TikTok for diet, fitness information

by Boston UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNearly 1 in 4 adolescents in the United States experienced obesity from 2017 to 2020, and youths of color experienced disproportionately high

Updated on:March 08,2024

Bacterial testing in kids with sinusitis could slash antibiotic use, study suggests

by University of PittsburghNasal discharge color card. Credit: UPMCIn children with suspected sinusitis, a nasal swab to test for three types of bacteria can tell whether antibiotics are likely t

Updated on: March 05,2024

Bacterial testing in kids with sinusitis could slash antibiotic use, study suggests

by University of PittsburghNasal discharge color card. Credit: UPMCIn children with suspected sinusitis, a nasal swab to test for three types of bacteria can tell whether antibiotics are likely t

Updated on:March 05,2024

Adverse childhood experiences linked to migraine in adolescence

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with migraine onset in adolescence, according to a study published online Feb. 5 inHeadache: The Journal of Head and Face Pain.Using data from

Updated on: February 24,2024

Adverse childhood experiences linked to migraine in adolescence

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with migraine onset in adolescence, according to a study published online Feb. 5 inHeadache: The Journal of Head and Face Pain.Using data from

Updated on:February 24,2024

Ask the pediatrician: How can parents talk to teens about sexting?

by Yolanda (Linda) Reid ChassiakosCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainQ: My daughter is on her cellphone a lot. How do I talk to her about sexting and other privacy concerns?A: Sexting is the sending or

Updated on: June 05,2024

Ask the pediatrician: How can parents talk to teens about sexting?

by Yolanda (Linda) Reid ChassiakosCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainQ: My daughter is on her cellphone a lot. How do I talk to her about sexting and other privacy concerns?A: Sexting is the sending or

Updated on:June 05,2024

Toxic metals in baby food: Researchers find 'concerning' gaps in US regulations

by University at BuffaloCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainRice cereal, formula, purees and puffs. They're among the most popular products purchased from the baby food aisle. And they share one

Updated on: April 13,2024

Toxic metals in baby food: Researchers find 'concerning' gaps in US regulations

by University at BuffaloCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainRice cereal, formula, purees and puffs. They're among the most popular products purchased from the baby food aisle. And they share one

Updated on:April 13,2024

Frequent GP visits improve health outcomes for children with asthma but are often irregular and inconsistent

by Murdoch Children's Research InstituteFrequent GP visits improve health outcomes for children with asthma, however they are often irregular and inconsistent leading to an increase in hospit

Updated on: March 08,2024

Frequent GP visits improve health outcomes for children with asthma but are often irregular and inconsistent

by Murdoch Children's Research InstituteFrequent GP visits improve health outcomes for children with asthma, however they are often irregular and inconsistent leading to an increase in hospit

Updated on:March 08,2024

Sexual minority youth more likely to experience homelessness

by Elana GotkineSexual minority youth are more likely to experience homelessness, according to a study published online Nov. 20 inPediatrics.Cameron Deal and Gilbert Gonzales, Ph.D., from the Va

Updated on: May 25,2024

Sexual minority youth more likely to experience homelessness

by Elana GotkineSexual minority youth are more likely to experience homelessness, according to a study published online Nov. 20 inPediatrics.Cameron Deal and Gilbert Gonzales, Ph.D., from the Va

Updated on:May 25,2024

Should I loosen up on the kids' bedtime these holidays—or stick to the schedule? Tips from a child sleep expert

by Sarah Blunden,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainSummer holidays often mean sunshine, beach trips, mountain hikes, relaxation, catching up with family and friends, and the chance to sle

Updated on: March 05,2024

Should I loosen up on the kids' bedtime these holidays—or stick to the schedule? Tips from a child sleep expert

by Sarah Blunden,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainSummer holidays often mean sunshine, beach trips, mountain hikes, relaxation, catching up with family and friends, and the chance to sle

Updated on:March 05,2024

Symptoms of PTSD facilitate substance use as a coping method among children after a natural disaster, finds study

by WileyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainIn a survey-based study of 3rd to 12th grade students in Puerto Rico after 2017's Hurricane Maria, certain symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder

Updated on: February 29,2024

Symptoms of PTSD facilitate substance use as a coping method among children after a natural disaster, finds study

by WileyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainIn a survey-based study of 3rd to 12th grade students in Puerto Rico after 2017's Hurricane Maria, certain symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder

Updated on:February 29,2024

Risk for diabetes increased for pediatric patients with COVID-19

(HealthDay)—Patients aged younger than 18 years with diagnosed COVID-19 have an increased risk for newly diagnosed diabetes >30 days after acute infection, according to research published in the Ja

Updated on: February 21,2024

Risk for diabetes increased for pediatric patients with COVID-19

(HealthDay)—Patients aged younger than 18 years with diagnosed COVID-19 have an increased risk for newly diagnosed diabetes >30 days after acute infection, according to research published in the Ja

Updated on:February 21,2024

Research team develops dried blood spot CRM for newborn screening

by National Research Council of Science and Technology(A)Blood samples with different characters. Whole blood is the raw material for DBS preparation by stabilization and homogenization. A whole

Updated on: March 08,2024

Research team develops dried blood spot CRM for newborn screening

by National Research Council of Science and Technology(A)Blood samples with different characters. Whole blood is the raw material for DBS preparation by stabilization and homogenization. A whole

Updated on:March 08,2024