Ophthalmology

Pandemic learning can strain children's eyes

(HealthDay)—If your child will be doing online learning this school year, you need to take steps to protect them from eye strain, the American Academy of Ophthalmology says.

Pediatrics

Giving books to kids before summer break can stem reading losses

It's common knowledge among teachers that when students return to school after the long summer break, they likely will have lost some academic ground—a phenomenon known as "summer slide." A new study, to be presented on ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

Child behavioral health in sub-Saharan Africa

Countries in sub-Saharan Africa have experienced considerable political and social instability. They also have the highest rates of HIV/AIDS and malaria globally, resulting in a myriad of physical and cognitive consequences ...

Oncology & Cancer

Doctor encourages cancer patients to take charge

The last time you bought a car, you likely asked the dealer dozens of questions before you made a decision. Shouldn't you do the same when you, or a family member, receive a cancer diagnosis?

Vaccination

Learning from vaccination's history

With the ongoing speculation around the development of a viable COVID-19 vaccine, there's no better time to revisit the history of vaccination.

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