Child care
Rising Heart Failure Deaths Among Young Adults in
Rising Heart Failure Deaths Among Young Adults in the US

Young adults in the US are experiencing a surge in heart failure-related mortality, with Black adults having a significantly higher age-adjusted mortality rate compared to their white counterparts, showing regional disparities.

March 2023

Examining Screen Time's Impact on Children's Eye H
Examining Screen Time's Impact on Children's Eye Health

Despite the prevalence of screen time, parents often overlook simple actions to protect children's eyes, necessitating greater awareness and proactive measures.

March 2023

Child Deaths from Gun Violence Spike During COVID-
Child Deaths from Gun Violence Spike During COVID-19 Pandemic

Increases in gun-related fatalities among children were notably concentrated in regions characterized by lower middle incomes or a high percentage of black or Hispanic populations during the COVID-19 pandemic.

March 2023

Recent Advances in Understanding and Managing Brai
Recent Advances in Understanding and Managing Brain Tumors in Children

A comprehensive review explores recent changes in the classification and management of brain tumors in children, offering insights into emerging diagnostic and therapeutic strategies aimed at improving outcomes for pediatric patients with these challenging conditions.

March 2023

Assessing Population-Level Risks of Alcohol Consum
Assessing Population-Level Risks of Alcohol Consumption

Alcohol consumption poses significant health risks and offers no benefits for young individuals, with potential benefits limited to older adults consuming small amounts.

March 2023

Monkeypox Claims Lives in Spain and Brazil
Monkeypox Claims Lives in Spain and Brazil

Spain and Brazil report fatalities related to monkeypox, with Brazil also recording the first cases in children. These deaths follow the WHO's declaration of monkeypox as a public health emergency.

Februery 2023

WHO and UNICEF Sound Alarm Over Declining Childhoo
WHO and UNICEF Sound Alarm Over Declining Childhood Vaccination Rates

Despite expectations for a rebound in vaccination coverage, rates continue to decline, prompting a 'red alert' from the WHO and UNICEF.

Februery 2023

Vaccination Reduces Serious Complications of COVID
Vaccination Reduces Serious Complications of COVID-19 in Children, Italian Study Finds

A study conducted in Italy demonstrates the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccination in reducing the risk of serious complications among children, providing further support for pediatric vaccination efforts to curb the impact of the pandemic.

Februery 2023

Periodic Fever Syndrome Found Across Age Groups in
Periodic Fever Syndrome Found Across Age Groups in Children and Adults

Periodic fever syndrome, aphthous stomatitis, pharyngitis, and cervical adenitis are identified in both children and adults, challenging previous notions of pediatric exclusivity and highlighting the need for broader recognition and diagnosis.

Februery 2023

Exploring the Interplay Between Environment and He
Exploring the Interplay Between Environment and Health

Research conducted with Black youth in impoverished regions of the US examines the intricate relationship between environmental factors and health outcomes.

Februery 2023