#child-health

#child-health

Disadvantaged primary school pupils at the government's first wave of new breakfast clubs can expect to be trained in toothbrushing, as well as fed. Data showing that a fifth of all five-year-olds in England have experienced tooth decay persuaded ministers to make improved oral health part of the early years and reception class curriculum. But the prevalence of decay is not evenly spread across the country.

"Gabrielius did really well on the trial. His wounds healed quicker, and his skin was less red and inflamed. His skin was also less itchy which also reduced him scratching."

The nebulizer is transformed into an animal-shaped inhalation device, blending therapeutic function with playful engagement and turning fear into connection for children.

We recently received the good news that Wesley is on his way to a full recovery. We are grateful to the dedicated team of doctors, nurses, and caretakers who contributed to our son's well-being and counseled us through this time. Our goal is to ensure that families going through something similar feel the same level of love and support as we did.

Luke's aversion to food includes a fear of colors, textures, and smells, restricting him to a very limited diet of bland, white foods such as turkey and fries.

The US is experiencing its worst year for measles in over three decades, with more than 1,300 cases in 40 states as of July 16.

"The surprising part of the study wasn't any with any single statistic; it was that there's 170 indicators, eight data sources, all showing the same thing: a generalized decline in kids' health."

The product, advertised as a natural sleep aid for children, has raised serious safety concerns because it allegedly contains significant levels of melatonin, a prescription-only drug.

Despite monumental vaccine rollout efforts leading to the saving of 154 million children, progress on immunization has stalled or even reversed, putting millions at risk.

Kids breathe more air per pound, making them more vulnerable to pollution and its harmful effects on their brain health, including lower IQ and mental health issues.

"For kids to be able to see Oh, they're serving Domino's, I think it makes a huge difference," Tanya Edwards, the district's director of nutrition, told me.

Kennedy's "Make America Healthy Again" report claims to reveal alarming truths about U.S. health, yet it suffers from cited studies that do not exist, prompting a White House revision.

The report cited a piece entitled "Direct-to-consumer advertising of psychotropic medications for youth: A growing concern" that was said to have been authored by Robert L. Findling, a psychiatric researcher. But

The Trump administration's decision to revoke humanitarian parole for a critically ill 4-year-old girl jeopardizes her access to lifesaving medical care in the U.S.

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) contribute to nearly 70% of children’s calories, correlating with a rise in childhood chronic diseases, signaling a public health crisis.

The report reflects Kennedy's concerns with unsettled science and emphasizes the need for continued research on fluoride in water and electromagnetic radiation.

Kevin Liévano-Romero's work on bat parasites is critical, particularly regarding public health in Colombia, where many children still suffer from parasitic infections despite improvements.

Historically, blackwater fever was seen among European expatriates who took small doses of quinine as an antimalarial, and became less common when other drugs took over.

Getting a period is a social and developmental milestone that many American girls are reaching earlier than their mothers and grandmothers, about six months earlier on average.