A University of Maryland study warns that relaxing Florida’s school-entry vaccine requirements could lead to a severe measles resurgence, with a vulnerable population and rising cases urging urgent reconsideration. A proposal to scrap Florida’s school-entry requirement for the measles, mumps…
Médecins Sans Frontières marks 30 years of work in Nigeria amid a deepening malnutrition crisis, emphasising the need for prevention strategies to complement emergency treatment as millions of children remain at risk amid conflict, insecurity, and food insecurity. Médecins Sans…
A comprehensive approach to home safety, combining physical barriers, technology, and behaviour support, is essential for protecting children who are prone to elope, according to experts from Marcus Autism Center and safety organisations. Children who elope need more than a…
New insights suggest that allowing boredom in children and adults can boost creativity, reflection, and emotional understanding, challenging the culture of constant distraction and urging a return to quiet moments for personal growth. Boredom may be far more useful than…
A new study across 32 countries in sub-Saharan Africa reveals that simultaneous exposure to conflict and extreme heat significantly worsens nutritional outcomes for children under two, especially among girls, children of less-educated mothers, and urban populations. A new study spanning…
Recent research highlights that adolescents’ risk-taking behaviours are driven more by social and emotional factors than ignorance, prompting a shift towards context-aware parental guidance that balances independence with safety. Teenagers do not usually take risks because they fail to understand…
Research from Hungary indicates that COVID-19 and influenza vaccines administered during pregnancy lead to only mild and temporary effects in mouse offspring, contrasting with the lasting behavioural changes caused by infection. The findings support vaccination as a safer option for…
Most baby spit-up is a normal part of infancy, but recognising the signs of more serious issues helps parents know when to seek medical advice. Experts emphasise that gentle, comfortable spitting is common and often improves as a baby’s digestive…
A Finnish study reveals that consumer smart rings can monitor subtle physiological changes associated with depression and anxiety, raising potential for remote mental health tracking using everyday wearable devices. A consumer smart ring may be able to pick up subtle…
Children often struggle with maths not due to ability, but because of anxiety and skill gaps. Expert advice highlights practical strategies for parents and teachers to foster confidence, reduce pressure, and differentiate between anxiety and learning difficulties like dyscalculia. A…
