The sharp increase in registered autism cases in Malaysia is exposing systemic gaps in healthcare, education, and social support systems, prompting calls for comprehensive reform and early intervention strategies. Malaysia’s autism caseload has risen at a pace that is reshaping…
As classrooms reach the third week of term, small shifts in communication, understanding individual needs, and peer involvement are transforming routines and fostering faster progress for students with diverse needs, with promising implications for inclusive education. By the end of…
New research reveals that health claims on packaged foods may not reliably reflect their overall nutritional quality, urging consumers to scrutinise full Nutrition Facts panels rather than rely on front-of-pack promises. Packaged foods that advertise themselves as “reduced-fat”, “low-sodium” or…
A two-year study in Spain reveals that internalisation of weight-based prejudice among teenagers, especially girls, significantly increases the likelihood of developing eating disorders, highlighting the importance of early prevention efforts. A two-year study of Spanish teenagers has found that adolescents…
New research from the University of Cambridge reveals that reading for pleasure significantly enhances brain health, wellbeing, and social connection, with implications for tackling mental decline and loneliness in later life. Reading for pleasure can do far more than fill…
Egypt’s Ministry of Health and Population clarifies that children with mild illnesses can still receive vaccines, following international guidance to prevent delays in immunisation schedules. Parents do not always need to delay a child’s vaccines when the child has a…
A systematic review highlights the importance of prompt assessment and careful recovery planning for children injured during school sports, emphasising safety, attention to symptoms, and emotional well-being. When a child is injured in gym class, the damage is not always…
A new study reveals that increasing farm diversity improves dietary intake among women and children in rural Ethiopia, yet seasonal hunger and inadequate nutrition remain significant challenges that require multi-faceted solutions beyond agriculture. A new study of rural Ethiopia suggests…
As suicide remains the second-leading cause of death among US youths, experts urge parents to initiate honest, age-appropriate talks about mental health, highlighting prevention through early engagement and community support. September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a timely reminder for…
Growing concerns over children’s motor skills highlight how everyday play and household chores can foster coordination, strength, and independence in young children, without the need for structured drills. Young children often build the foundations of movement through the most ordinary…
