A Canadian research initiative demonstrates that a free infant immunisation programme using nirsevimab has significantly lowered severe respiratory syncytial virus cases, hospital stays, and ICU use among babies in their first RSV season. A new Canadian study suggests a free…
As September’s Suicide Prevention Month highlights the importance of early intervention, parents are encouraged to recognise warning signs in children returning to school and foster open conversations to support mental well-being and prevent tragedy. As September’s Suicide Prevention Month prompts…
A Psychology Today article challenges the traditional view of children as passive sponges, emphasising the importance of hands-on activity, interactive communication, and limits on screen time to foster healthier brain development and learning outcomes. The familiar image of children as…
Nutrition specialists highlight the benefits of hard-boiled eggs as a filling, cost-effective, and nutrient-rich snack that supports weight management and muscle health, with minimal added calories or fats. When the afternoon hunger pangs hit and the biscuit tin starts looking…
A new review explores the nuanced relationship between atopic dermatitis and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, emphasising the roles of chronic itch, sleep disruption, and stress, while cautioning against assuming direct causation. Children with atopic dermatitis may be more likely to develop attention-deficit/hyperactivity…
The debate over postpartum depression intensifies following a high-profile Massachusetts case, highlighting the importance of accurate diagnosis and timely treatment for new parents and partners experiencing mental health challenges after childbirth. The public debate over postpartum depression has sharpened in…
A new white paper from the Physicians Association for Nutrition, India urges a move away from labelling protein by grams towards evaluating overall dietary patterns, emphasising food quality and meal variability over simplistic labelling claims. India’s protein debate has become…
A recent study reveals that one in three Bavarian adolescents aged 14 to 17 experience significant school-related stress, driven by exams, social media, and wider geopolitical pressures, prompting calls for targeted support and resilience-building. As schools reopen in Bavaria after…
Parents of children with autism are navigating a complex landscape of treatments, with personalised approaches like ABA and combined therapies showing promise but facing evidence limitations, emphasising the importance of customised care plans. Parents of children diagnosed with autism spectrum…
While participation in sports, clubs and music thrives among teenagers, experts highlight the dangers of excessive commitments that can lead to stress, anxiety and exhaustion. Parents are urged to monitor schedules and allow for recovery time to prevent burnout. Teenagers…
