Vaccination
Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe for children?
Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe for children?
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Psychology & Psychiatry
High school football won't raise lifetime risk for suicide: Study
(HealthDay)—Some parents may worry about whether playing high school football might put their kids at risk for depression and suicidal thoughts in adulthood, but new research suggests they can relax.
Oct 29, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Vietnam starts vaccinating kids in effort to reopen schools
Vietnam on Wednesday started to vaccinate children as part of an effort to reopen schools after more than half a year of closures due to COVID-19.
Oct 27, 2021
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Health
Be your teen's best partner as they learn to drive
(HealthDay)—Parents of teen drivers can play a crucial role in making their children safe drivers, the Governors Highway Safety Association says.
Oct 18, 2021
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Ophthalmology
Largest population-based study of 'lazy eye' reveals public health's blind spots
An estimated 1% to 5% of children worldwide have lazy eye— a childhood condition where the vision does not develop properly. It happens because one or both eyes are unable to build a strong link to the brain. It usually ...
Sep 13, 2021
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Vaccination
UK's vaccine assessor opts against COVID jabs for children
The U.K.'s vaccine advisors declined Friday to recommend the vaccination of healthy older children against COVID-19, saying the direct health benefits are "marginal." However, the British government said it may join others ...
Sep 3, 2021
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Vaccination
Moderna COVID vaccine safe, effective in teens: Study
(HealthDay)—With COVID case counts surging as the school year begins, new research showing that the Moderna vaccine is safe and effective for teens should reassure parents who are on the fence about the shots.
Aug 12, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Young children may be at higher risk of long-term negative effects due to COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has potentially made a lifelong impact on children aged five and under according to a new study published in the Journal of Pediatric Health Care.
Jul 29, 2021
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Addiction
Vaping and substance use were down for teens during COVID-19 lockdown, but researchers predict not for long
When researchers at FIU's Center for Children and Families conducted a study to look at the impact of COVID-19 on mental health and substance use among teens, they expected substance use would increase.
Jul 28, 2021
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Health
Virtual reality game is an effective tool for vaping prevention among teens
Yale researchers have developed an immersive, virtual reality video game that helps teens learn about the dangers of e-cigarettes and practice strategies for refusing them.
Jul 21, 2021
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