A new Stanford University study highlights how variations in brain activity influence not only mathematical abilities but also strategic problem-solving in children with developmental dyscalculia, suggesting a multi-faceted neurological basis for the condition. A Stanford University study has found that…
Recent guidance from paediatric experts confirms that, when supervised appropriately, resistance training is safe and beneficial for children and teenagers, challenging long-standing misconceptions and emphasising age-appropriate exercise practices. Strength training can be safe for children and teenagers, and for many…
Kano State has initiated a focused diphtheria vaccination campaign targeting high-risk areas to curb the disease’s spread, amid persistent outbreaks and calls for increased vaccine supplies. Kano State has launched a fresh diphtheria vaccination campaign in an effort to slow…
Nutrition experts emphasise understanding which sugars matter and advocate for varied, textured foods over sweet pouches as new guidance aims to balance sweetness with healthy eating habits during baby weaning. Parents beginning weaning are often left uncertain by headlines about…
As India faces one of the world’s highest rabies burdens, experts weigh the benefits of extending pre-exposure rabies vaccination to children at high risk, amid ongoing discussions on its practical implementation and the importance of dog control measures. Rabies remains…
Research from Rhode Island indicates that students who engage consistently in arts classes, notably music, tend to have lower rates of chronic absenteeism, highlighting the importance of sustained arts involvement for student attendance and engagement. At Mount Pleasant High School…
Deaf children often experience mental exhaustion from the constant effort required to access spoken communication during school hours. Experts highlight practical strategies to reduce fatigue and improve learning accessibility. A Deaf child may begin the morning alert and engaged, then…
Research underscores the vital role of trusting relationships between teachers and children in fostering learning, emotional regulation, and equity from the earliest years, highlighting simple everyday actions that create lasting impacts. A child’s bond with a teacher can shape far…
A new survey reveals most Australian hospitals do not utilise formal developmental assessment tools for infants exposed to alcohol or drugs before birth, highlighting gaps in follow-up care and an urgent need for standardised guidelines. A new Australian survey has…
Consumer Reports uncovers pervasive microplastic presence and trace heavy metals in packaged baby foods, prompting calls for stricter standards amid growing concerns over child safety and packaging contamination. Consumer Reports has found that most packaged baby foods it tested contained…
