IL-6R blockade reduces neonatal mortality
In a recent study published in eBioMedicine, researchers from the United States of America (USA) analyzed human data to investigate…
Fluoride and sealants win against youth dental caries, a robust review informs US health policy
In a recent systematic review published in the journal JAMA Network, researchers synthesized available literature on interventions aimed at preventing…
Rise in US congenital syphilis cases linked to testing and treatment failures, CDC reports
In a recent study published in the journal Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, researchers analyzed the United States (US) Centers…
Daily fetal heart rate monitoring recommended for pregnant women with high anti-SSA/Ro antibodies
Physicians who care for pregnant women have long sought to identify which of their patients would most likely benefit from…
Olympia Aftermath: Who Really Should Be Mr. Olympia Today?
What a testament to fate it is that we’re not calling Nick Walker “Mr O” today. He would be, you…
$3.9 million grant supports research on feeding intolerance in preterm infants
For infants, especially those born prematurely, nutrient absorption and proper development go hand in hand. However, no precise measures or…
Diet and sedentary behavior influence adiposity in obese children, study finds
In a recent study published in International Journal Of Obesity, researchers investigated how baseline weight status influences the relationship between…
Study shows link between food insecurity and liver disease in teens
Teens from low-income families experiencing food insecurity are developing the most common form of liver disease twice as often as…
Teen-led study sheds light on the pervasive vaping culture and seeks paths for intervention
In a novel study currently in press at the journal SSM – Qualitative Research and Health, a group of adult…
To what extent can genetic variations explain the associations between screen time and psychiatric problems in children?
In a recent article published in JAMA Network Open, researchers investigated the role of genetics in the phenotypic association between…
Firearm injuries among children take an enormous mental, behavioral health toll on victims and their families
The alarming increase in firearm injuries to children and adolescents in the United States has taken an enormous mental and…
Children need to be screened for vision problems as often as adults with sickle cell disease, study suggests
Sickle cell disease is a rare, inherited disorder in which the red blood cells become hard, sticky, and change shape,…