Recent outbreaks of measles, diphtheria and polio across the US and Europe highlight the consequences of declining vaccination rates and eroding herd immunity, raising concerns over the resurgence of preventable diseases. Measles deaths in Pennsylvania have renewed concern about a…
Chocolate dates energy bites are gaining popularity as a quick, nutritious, and no-cook snack option, combining natural sweetness and wholesome ingredients for busy households and on-the-go appetites. Chocolate dates energy bites are a quick no-bake snack built around a familiar…
Experts highlight strategies to help neurodivergent children navigate school holidays and back-to-school routines, emphasising personalised support, visual aids, and emotional regulation techniques to ease anxiety and unsettlement. School holidays can bring welcome relief from the school-day grind, but for neurodivergent…
New research across the United States strengthens evidence of a persistent association between long-term PM2.5 exposure and childhood ADHD, raising concerns over air quality and neurodevelopmental health, though causality remains unconfirmed. New research suggests the association between fine particulate air…
Simple and nutritious, homemade chicken burgers provide a practical solution for quick, family-friendly dinners, with the benefit of control over ingredients and meal prep convenience. Chicken burgers are a practical way to put a family-friendly meal on the table, especially…
A new national analysis reveals Ethiopia’s reliance on cereals limits access to nutrient-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, and pulses, highlighting the need for policy shifts to foster dietary diversity and improve nutrition. Ethiopia’s farms produce plenty of calories, but not…
Norton Children’s in Bowling Green, Kentucky, marks Childhood Obesity Awareness Month by emphasising small daily habits, such as diet, outdoor activity, and modelling behaviour, to tackle rising obesity rates among children and adolescents in the US. In Bowling Green, Kentucky,…
A laboratory review of 100 staple foods sold in Italy reveals that children, especially those aged one to nine, face significant cadmium exposure from pasta, bread, and biscuits, prompting calls for stricter monitoring and policy changes. Cadmium, a toxic heavy…
Renowned psychologist Becky Kennedy shares practical strategies for parents to navigate screen time, emotional development, and behavioural challenges, emphasising connection and giving children a sense of control amid today’s busy family life. Clinical psychologist Becky Kennedy has become a familiar…
Researchers have developed a dual-branch deep-learning system that uses facial geometry and texture analysis during virtual-reality attention tasks to provide a faster, less subjective autism screening tool applicable across diverse populations. Researchers have developed a dual-branch deep-learning system that looks…
