Children's health depends a great deal on where they live. Those who spend their early years in deprived neighborhoods—measured using a combination of variables, including the percentage of residents with low income or education—are ...
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Researchers at QIMR Berghofer have developed a computer-based "growth chart" that could potentially transform the way pediatricians monitor child brain health and allow for earlier identification of neurodevelopmental delays.
Jun 4, 2024
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People with disabilities account for 13% of all pregnancies in Ontario, but a new report shows that this population was more likely to experience pregnancy complications such as emergency department visits, hospitalizations, ...
May 28, 2024
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A team led by researchers at UCLA and the University of Pennsylvania has produced a first-of-its kind catalog of gene-isoform variation in the developing human brain. This novel dataset provides crucial insights into the ...
May 23, 2024
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Lunchables, those ubiquitous plastic packets of cheese, deli meats and crackers that many parents choose for convenience, contain concerning levels of lead and sodium, Consumer Reports warns.
Apr 11, 2024
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The gut microbiome has a profound impact on the health and development of infants. Research shows that dysbiosis—or imbalances in the microbial community—is associated with gastrointestinal diseases and neurodevelopmental ...
Apr 10, 2024
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Scientists at the Center for Developmental Neurobiology and MRC Center for Neurodevelopmental Disorders published a study titled "Somatostatin interneurons control the timing of developmental desynchronization in cortical ...
Apr 10, 2024
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Schools and colleges have a crucial role to play in supporting children's mental health. They are places where young people's mental health difficulties are identified and help is provided, and they can promote all pupils' ...
Apr 9, 2024
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A single genetic test could potentially replace the current two-step approach to diagnosing rare developmental disorders in children. This shift could enable earlier diagnoses for families and save the NHS vital resources.
Mar 28, 2024
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By engaging regularly with their family dog and teaching it a series of tricks and commands, children with developmental disabilities experienced a significant increase in their daily physical activity, a new study from Oregon ...
Mar 27, 2024
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