Significant rise in sleep disturbances among children and adolescents worldwide
In a recent study published in Translational Psychiatry, researchers assessed the global prevalence of sleep disturbances in children and adolescents…
What is the prevalence of use of nonprescribed and medically unapproved weight-loss products in adolescents?
The availability of weight loss products over the counter (OTC) in many countries has been exploited by adolescents. However, the…
Childhood dietary patterns influence arterial stiffness in adolescence
Diets high in calories, fat and sugar in childhood can cause damage to blood vessel function, known to heighten the…
Real-world study tracks vaccine’s power to protect kids from Delta and Omicron variants
Children and adolescents who received one of the main COVID-19 vaccines were significantly protected from the illness and showed no…
Children with neuroblastomas may benefit from new drug cocktail
Children who develop neuroblastomas, a rare form of cancer which develops in nerve cells, may benefit from receiving certain anti-tumor…
In utero exposure to PFAS affects the unborn child, study suggests
PFAS are chemicals that may cause cancer, diabetes, and other diseases. Research from örebro University now suggests that these chemicals…
Food education program empowers kids to choose fresh, flavorful food years later
To encourage fruit and vegetable consumption among youth, experiential food education programs such as gardening and cooking lessons have increased…
Study links early screen time to atypical sensory processing in toddlers
Babies and toddlers exposed to television or video viewing may be more likely to exhibit atypical sensory behaviors, such as…
Rising malpractice premiums price small clinics out of gender-affirming care for minors
After Iowa lawmakers passed a ban on gender-affirming care for minors in March, managers of an LGBTQ+ health clinic located…
Research potentially expands options for patients with aggressive childhood cancer
Research is shedding light and potentially expanding options for patients living with Medulloblastoma, an aggressive childhood cancer. Medulloblastoma is a…
Itchy skin? Possible atopic dermatitis? Lavender essential oil might be just what you’re looking for
In a recent study published in the journal PLOS One, researchers investigated the efficacy of lavender essential oils in suppressing…
Adolescent sports participation associated with higher bone mineral density in old age
Loss of bone mineral density (BMD) with age is an important cause of osteoporosis (deterioration of bone tissue), which has…