A new study indicates that eliminating school-entry vaccination requirements in Florida could trigger a significant rise in measles cases, reversing decades of disease control and risking hundreds of child deaths within five years. Florida could be on course for a…
Recent European research highlights how exposure to hormone-disrupting chemicals during pregnancy and early childhood may influence long-term weight gain, emphasising the importance of reducing such exposures amidst mounting health concerns. A new study adds to evidence that exposure to hormone-disrupting…
Pediatric experts in Italy urge parents to keep smartphones away from children under 13 and delay independent social media use until at least 16, highlighting increasing concerns over digital addiction and its impact on young minds. Pediatricians in Italy are…
The Mountaineers in Seattle offers year-round outdoor programmes for children and teens, welcoming families of all backgrounds to gain skills, build confidence, and foster a love for nature through inclusive activities and community-driven adventures. Families do not need to be…
A new study highlights the importance of consistent, positive parenting that blends warmth with supervision and discipline to reduce behavioural and emotional problems in children. A new study published in PLOS One suggests that the way parents combine warmth, supervision…
Experts emphasise practical tools like visual cues, choices, and calm communication to help autistic children manage daily changes and reduce anxiety, fostering greater resilience and independence. Transitions can be the hardest part of the day for autistic children and the…
New international study establishes baseline step counts for three- and four-year-olds, offering a tool for health professionals to monitor and promote healthy growth through physical activity. Children aged three and four take a median of 18,542 steps a day, according…
A comprehensive study across 64 countries reveals that increased screen time in childhood is associated with slightly poorer outcomes in learning, speech, behaviour, and emotional regulation, prompting calls for practical guidance rather than total device bans. A large new analysis…
Experts recommend serving sweet potato plain and soft for infants over four months, turning it into purees, biscuits, and soups that highlight its natural sweetness and minimise seasoning, in line with evolving early nutrition guidelines. Sweet potato can be a…
Vietnam is set to enhance its national immunisation programme, adding four new vaccines, including pneumococcal, HPV, and seasonal flu, aiming to bolster disease protection by 2030 amid logistical challenges and recent legal reforms. Vietnam is pressing ahead with a phased…
