New wearable stickers simplify cystic fibrosis diagnosis
A pair of wearable stickers may transform diagnostic sweat testing for cystic fibrosis (CF), a genetic disorder that causes problems with digestion and breathing.
Aug 1, 2026
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Children's health news
Before babies can hear, their brains are already wiring for sound
Long before a baby's ears are functional, the brain is already building the circuitry needed for hearing, according to new research from Johns Hopkins University. Published in the journal Science Advances, the study in mice ...
Jul 16, 2026
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Study finds mixed associations between breastfeeding and childhood allergies
Breastfeeding is widely recognized for its important role in supporting a child's early growth and immune system development. Previous studies have found that exclusive breastfeeding for 4 to 6 months is associated with a ...
Jul 16, 2026
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New approach could expand CAR T therapy from blood cancers to solid tumors
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center and the National Cancer Institute report that combining CAR T cell immunotherapy with a targeted radiopharmaceutical significantly improved tumor regression ...
Jul 7, 2026
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Who needs another COVID vaccine—and who might be able to skip it?
The COVID pandemic feels like a long time ago. Now, we have widespread immunity from vaccination and natural infection. And getting COVID is less risky than it was five years ago.
Jul 14, 2026
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Treating Duchenne muscular dystrophy before symptoms emerge may improve motor function, clinical trial suggests
At Binghamton University, researchers were among the first to find ways to help patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) through the development of an effective drug. Now, they are continuing that work, looking to ...
Jun 30, 2026
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Globally, youth are not eating enough healthy plant-based foods, analysis concludes
Healthy plant-based foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, beans and legumes are the foundation of a healthy diet for anyone, no matter how old they are. But that's especially true for children, for whom these foods ...
Jul 8, 2026
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Video games built for prevention can reduce teen depression
Few parents or teachers are likely to suggest that teenagers could benefit from playing more video games. But a new study suggests that a growing class of educational games may be a highly effective tool for treating and ...
Aug 17, 2026
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Vitamin B3 treatment may halt severity of rare genetic disease
Children with a rare and often fatal genetic condition may benefit from early treatment with vitamin B3, halting significant deterioration, according to a new study.
Jul 28, 2026
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Simple antiseptic approach could help prevent deadly infections in newborn babies
A low-cost antiseptic treatment routinely used in health care settings could help reduce the risk of life-threatening infections in newborn babies, according to new research led by scientists at City St George's.
Jul 16, 2026
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