New research shows an uptick in weight loss surgery among youth in US

by University of Texas Health Science Center at HoustonNumber of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (MBS) Procedures Completed in US From 2015 to 2021. Number of MBS procedures among youth (A) and a

Updated on: May 29,2024

New research shows an uptick in weight loss surgery among youth in US

by University of Texas Health Science Center at HoustonNumber of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (MBS) Procedures Completed in US From 2015 to 2021. Number of MBS procedures among youth (A) and a

Updated on:May 29,2024

Study finds COVID vaccinations were significantly protective for children

by American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainChildren with a pre-existing illness were at highest risk of severe illness or death due to a COVID-19 infection, but those who w

Updated on: March 05,2024

Study finds COVID vaccinations were significantly protective for children

by American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainChildren with a pre-existing illness were at highest risk of severe illness or death due to a COVID-19 infection, but those who w

Updated on:March 05,2024

U.S. children aged 9 to 13 sleep average of 7.45 hours/Night

Children aged 9 to 13 years in the United States sleep an average of 7.45 hours/day, according to a study published online July 18 in theProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.Natasha T

Updated on: March 14,2024

U.S. children aged 9 to 13 sleep average of 7.45 hours/Night

Children aged 9 to 13 years in the United States sleep an average of 7.45 hours/day, according to a study published online July 18 in theProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.Natasha T

Updated on:March 14,2024

Wording matters in parental support for adolescent medical services, study finds

Updated on: May 28,2025

Wording matters in parental support for adolescent medical services, study finds

Updated on:May 28,2025

Misinformation about vaccine safety drives reluctance to vaccinate children, study finds

by Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of PennsylvaniaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAs of late September 2022, nearly 78% of U.S. adults but only 31% of children ages 5 to 11 had compl

Updated on: May 11,2024

Misinformation about vaccine safety drives reluctance to vaccinate children, study finds

by Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of PennsylvaniaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAs of late September 2022, nearly 78% of U.S. adults but only 31% of children ages 5 to 11 had compl

Updated on:May 11,2024

More physical activity, less screen time linked to better executive function in toddlers, study finds

by Diana Yates,University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA new study explored whether adherence to American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines for diet and physic

Updated on: May 11,2024

More physical activity, less screen time linked to better executive function in toddlers, study finds

by Diana Yates,University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA new study explored whether adherence to American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines for diet and physic

Updated on:May 11,2024

Suicidal teens and other kids in mental health crisis languish in ERs, study finds

by University of MichiganPooled visit counts for pediatric visits with prolonged length of stay in the analysis sample. Figure reports pooled weekly visit counts for pediatric visits resulting in

Updated on: May 10,2024

Suicidal teens and other kids in mental health crisis languish in ERs, study finds

by University of MichiganPooled visit counts for pediatric visits with prolonged length of stay in the analysis sample. Figure reports pooled weekly visit counts for pediatric visits resulting in

Updated on:May 10,2024

Mystery of children's 'chalky teeth' explained

by Science in PublicSide of mouth: Early signs of chalky teeth include creamy-brown patches (pictured) or extra-white spots on the teeth. Credit: The D3 GroupOne in five children have chalky toot

Updated on: February 20,2024

Mystery of children's 'chalky teeth' explained

by Science in PublicSide of mouth: Early signs of chalky teeth include creamy-brown patches (pictured) or extra-white spots on the teeth. Credit: The D3 GroupOne in five children have chalky toot

Updated on:February 20,2024

Researchers address uncertainty around ACL treatment decisions in young athletes

by Joanne Barker,Children's Hospital BostonACL injuries have become increasingly common in prepubescent and adolescent athletes. The PLUTO study aims to close the gap in knowledge about how

Updated on: April 25,2024

Researchers address uncertainty around ACL treatment decisions in young athletes

by Joanne Barker,Children's Hospital BostonACL injuries have become increasingly common in prepubescent and adolescent athletes. The PLUTO study aims to close the gap in knowledge about how

Updated on:April 25,2024

Electric scooter injuries increased more than 70% in youth age 18 and younger from 2020–2021, says new analysis

by American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAs standing electric scooters (e-scooters) have become an increasingly popular mode of transportation, new research finds a 71% i

Updated on: April 20,2024

Electric scooter injuries increased more than 70% in youth age 18 and younger from 2020–2021, says new analysis

by American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAs standing electric scooters (e-scooters) have become an increasingly popular mode of transportation, new research finds a 71% i

Updated on:April 20,2024

Study finds video game playing causes no harm to young children's cognitive abilities

by Sally Strong,University of HoustonCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainParents: It might be time to rethink your family's video-gaming rules.New research findings challenge the fears parents

Updated on: May 10,2024

Study finds video game playing causes no harm to young children's cognitive abilities

by Sally Strong,University of HoustonCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainParents: It might be time to rethink your family's video-gaming rules.New research findings challenge the fears parents

Updated on:May 10,2024

Protecting kids online: A guide for parents on conversations about 'sextortion'

by Camille Mori and Sheri Madigan,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSadly, a 12-year old child in British Columbiadied by suicide following a case of online sextortion. The

Updated on: June 11,2024

Protecting kids online: A guide for parents on conversations about 'sextortion'

by Camille Mori and Sheri Madigan,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSadly, a 12-year old child in British Columbiadied by suicide following a case of online sextortion. The

Updated on:June 11,2024