India has surpassed 80 lakh HPV vaccinations as part of its preventive health campaign targeting adolescent girls, underpinning its growing role in global health diplomacy and cervical cancer prevention efforts. India has crossed 80 lakh human papillomavirus vaccinations, the health…
A large US study reveals that reward sensitivity and cognitive control are broader, distinct psychological constructs with different links to future mental health, prompting a shift away from one-dimensional models. A large study of children in the United States suggests…
New Zealand’s government invests NZ$2.5 million in community-led initiatives that utilise sport, outdoor activities, and mentoring to curb youth crime, aiming for a 15% reduction by 2030 and fostering positive pathways for at-risk young people. New Zealand’s latest push to…
As schools reopen, experts highlight the importance of balanced meals and physical activity in tackling rising concerns over children’s health and nutrition, urging parents to prioritise fresh, low-sugar foods in lunch boxes. As schools reopen, the contents of children’s lunch…
Leading US medical organisations have issued new autumn vaccine guidance, urging families to act now on flu, COVID-19 and RSV protections amid ongoing federal uncertainties, with updates on vaccine options and target groups. Leading US medical organisations have stepped in…
A study by the University of Technology Sydney uncovers how emotional ties to fast-food and soft drink brands can shape perceptions and eating habits, potentially undermining nutritional awareness and public health efforts. A fondness for familiar fast-food and sugar-sweetened drink…
Child development experts emphasise that fostering a love for stories, language-rich interactions, and gentle familiarity with books are more effective for teaching young children to read than drills or formal instruction, shaping a joyful and sustainable literacy foundation. The best…
Meta introduces new parental supervision alert in Taiwan for Instagram, notifying parents when teenagers search repeatedly for self-harm or suicide-related terms, aiming to provide earlier support during the school term. Meta is expanding Instagram’s parental supervision tools in Taiwan with…
Specialists highlight subtle behavioural, emotional, and online indicators that parents and caregivers should watch for to prevent teenage suicide, emphasising the importance of early intervention and awareness during World Suicide Prevention Day. Parents often miss the earliest signs that a…
As parents face the complex decision of selecting childcare, recent expert guidance highlights key factors such as programme goals, quality standards, and costs, offering clearer pathways amid a varied early childhood care landscape. Choosing childcare for the first time can…
