Study provides insight into the immune microenvironment around Hodgkin lymphoma tumors
The most comprehensive study to date of the blood cancer, Hodgkin lymphoma, has provided fascinating insights into what tumour cells…
Delayed presentation of MIS-C following COVID-19
In a recent Science journal paper, researchers elucidate the pathophysiology of the multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C), wherein they…
Research examines whether meat or dairy-based complementary foods affect gut microbiota and growth
The impact of gut microbiota on human health, including the risk of obesity, has been analyzed primarily with animal models…
Study finds RSV responsible for most infant hospitalizations in the European Union
In a recent study posted to the medRxiv* preprint server, researchers used statistical modeling to estimate hospitalizations due to respiratory…
Study indicates that ultra-processed foods are linked to depression
Highly processed foods, also called ultra-processed foods (UPFs), are widely recognized as predisposing to various medical conditions due to their…
Children tackle difficult cognitive problems using the same brain network as adults
Children as young as 4 years old show evidence of a network in the brain found in adults that tackles…
Type 1 diabetes complications may be improved by short, frequent activity breaks
In a review article published in the Canadian Journal of Diabetes, scientists have discussed the application and significance of decreasing…
Study elucidates how cannabidiol reduces seizures in treatment-resistant pediatric epilepsy
A study reveals a previously unknown way in which cannabidiol (CBD), a substance found in cannabis, reduces seizures in many…
Pediatric telemedicine consults with clinicians in rural, community EDs result in fewer interfacility transfers
Many rural and community emergency departments lack access to pediatric specialty care physicians. So, when an acutely ill child is…
Butyrate in human milk negatively associated with infant weight and BMI
Human milk (HM) contains butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid (SCFA). This four-carbon fatty acid is present in HM at a…
Does frequent eating inhibit unhealthy weight gain in children?
Even as childhood obesity continues to increase worldwide, with an estimated 390 million obese children and adolescents being heavier than…
High physical activity does not offset obesity risk among preteens with high screen time
The American Academy of Pediatrics updated its guidance for evaluating and treating obesity last month, recommending proactive treatment for children…