Merck is aiming to expand the use of its RSV preventive treatment Enflonsia to cover children under two at increased risk during their second RSV season, with an FDA decision expected in March 2027, based on promising Phase 3 trial…
President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order that would cut the recommended childhood vaccination schedule from 18 to 11 shots, raising debate over vaccination safety and parental choice. President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive…
A Monash University study suggests that managing depression during pregnancy may not only benefit mothers but also decrease the likelihood of anxiety disorders in children, highlighting the importance of support and treatment options for expectant mothers. A new Australian study…
New understanding highlights how adult ADHD often reflects longstanding issues masked over time, with symptoms evolving due to life changes and better awareness prompting late diagnoses. Feeling scattered, forgetful or constantly behind on tasks can prompt a familiar question: is…
Building a comprehensive autism report across US states highlights significant issues in aligning federal data sources, emphasising the importance of precise measurement and categorisation methods. The real challenge in building a public state-by-state autism report was not combining the numbers,…
Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order advocating a split approach to childhood vaccinations, diverging from CDC recommendations and amid growing measles concerns in the US. Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order that would push…
The Trump administration considers an executive order to separate MMR vaccines into three doses, challenging long-standing immunisation practices and prompting debate over vaccine safety and politics. The Trump administration is preparing an executive order that would push federal officials to…
NHS psychiatrist Dr Max Pemberton uses a Channel 4 documentary to challenge the surge in ADHD diagnoses and medication, raising concerns over diagnostic methods and the influence of modern pressures. Dr Max Pemberton has used a new Channel 4 documentary…
New research underscores that quality time, focused engagement and human connection, trumps mere proximity, highlighting the importance of mindful interaction over passive screen exposure for healthy childhood development. Parents often reassure themselves that simply being nearby is enough. Meals are…
Sarah Ockwell-Smith is expanding her parenting brand into children’s publishing with a new series aimed at 8- to 13-year-olds, starting with a frank guide on puberty, body changes and emotional development designed to promote honest conversations and emotional connection. Sarah…
