Child care
First Cases of Type 2 Diabetes in Obese British Ch
First Cases of Type 2 Diabetes in Obese British Children

The prevalence of childhood obesity in the UK has led to the emergence of the first cases of type 2 diabetes among obese British children, underscoring the urgent need for effective preventive measures and early intervention strategies to address this concerning trend.

October 2002

Parental Age Associated with Risk of Leukemia in O
Parental Age Associated with Risk of Leukemia in Offspring

New Zealand researchers, in collaboration with British counterparts, report that the risk of acute lymphoid leukemia (ALL) in children appears to increase with parental age. This highlights the importance of considering parental factors in childhood leukemia risk assessment.

September 2002