Child care
Lack of Sleep in Adolescents Is Associated with Ov
Lack of Sleep in Adolescents Is Associated with Overweight and Obesity

Findings Were Independent of Energy Intake and Physical Activity Levels

April 2023

The BCG Vaccine Prevents Tuberculosis in Young Chi
The BCG Vaccine Prevents Tuberculosis in Young Children, but Not in Adults

BCG Vaccination at Birth Is Effective in Preventing Tuberculosis in Young Children, but Is Ineffective in Adolescents and Adults

April 2023

Long-Term Study Links Childhood Cardiovascular Ris
Long-Term Study Links Childhood Cardiovascular Risk Factors to Adult Clinical Events

A comprehensive cohort study spanning 35 years reveals a significant association between cardiovascular risk factors in childhood and the occurrence of clinical events in adulthood.

April 2023

More Than Half of Hospital Maternal Deaths Occur O
More Than Half of Hospital Maternal Deaths Occur Outside of Childbirth

There must be a renewed focus on examining the causes of maternal death in the hospital.

April 2023

Air Pollution May Promote Arrhythmias in Healthy A
Air Pollution May Promote Arrhythmias in Healthy Adolescents

Wearing face masks and avoiding vigorous physical activity may be justified.

April 2023

The Lasting Effects of Insufficient Sleep on Child
The Lasting Effects of Insufficient Sleep on Children and Adolescents

Poor sleep habits in childhood and adolescence can have enduring effects on brain function and cognitive development, emphasizing the importance of addressing sleep deficiencies early on.

April 2023

Vital Measures to Prevent Bleeding from Vitamin K
Vital Measures to Prevent Bleeding from Vitamin K Deficiency

Bleeding due to vitamin K deficiency poses a significant risk, particularly in newborns and young infants. The most effective preventive measure is the administration of parenteral vitamin K.

April 2023

Substance Use Trends Among Young Adults with Strok
Substance Use Trends Among Young Adults with Strokes

Recent decades have seen a rise in substance use among young adults who have experienced strokes, prompting concerns about the potential implications for stroke prevention and management strategies.

March 2023

Addressing the Intersection of Sexual Diversity, H
Addressing the Intersection of Sexual Diversity, Harassment, and Depression in Adolescent Populations

A surveillance survey explores the complex interplay between sexual diversity, gender identity, experiences of harassment, and the prevalence of depression among adolescents, highlighting the need for comprehensive support and intervention strategies to promote mental health and well-being in this vulnerable population.

March 2023

Unraveling Acute Hepatitis of Unknown Origin in Ch
Unraveling Acute Hepatitis of Unknown Origin in Children

Over a thousand cases of acute hepatitis of unknown origin have been reported in children across 35 countries, with notable concentrations in the US and UK, sparking investigations into causative agents beyond hepatitis AE viruses.

March 2023