Around one in four Texas children and teenagers are affected by obesity, but school data reveal stark differences across North Texas counties. Childhood obesity remains a significant public health concern in Texas, where around one in four children and teenagers…
Pairing carbohydrates with protein and matching drinks to the intensity of activity can help young athletes rehydrate, refuel and repair after training or competition. After youth matches and practices, the best snack is usually the simplest one. Cincinnati Children’s says…
A KFF poll finds strong confidence in polio and MMR vaccines despite renewed political scrutiny, while views on COVID-19 vaccination, pregnancy and proposed schedule changes remain sharply divided. A new KFF poll suggests that, despite fresh political attention on vaccines,…
Families do not need programming expertise to introduce children to coding, with playful offline activities, short sessions and game-based tools helping turn passive screen use into creative learning. Screens are now part of family life, but parents do not have…
A Penn State follow-up study found that children who received the REDI preschool programme reported better mental health, relationships and life satisfaction two decades later. Two decades after preschool, children who took part in an enhanced social and emotional learning…
A two-year Trevor Project study finds modest declines in self-harm and suicide attempts among LGBTQ+ young people, while houselessness, victimisation and conversion therapy threats sharply increase risk. A new two-year analysis from The Trevor Project suggests that while mental health…
Frequent snacks and sweet drinks can expose children’s teeth to repeated acid attacks, while water, whole fruit and calcium-rich foods may help protect enamel. Children’s diets can have a direct effect on cavity risk because the bacteria that live in…
South Africa has expanded its early childhood development subsidy and accelerated programme approvals, but the government still faces a one-million-child gap before its 2030 target. South Africa is widening its early childhood development subsidy and pressing ahead with a broader…
Settlement Music School’s Kaleidoscope programme is linked to stronger school readiness, vocabulary and emotional development, while a new online platform aims to take its arts-based approach beyond Philadelphia. A Philadelphia preschool built around music, dance and art is drawing attention…
Chronic malnutrition has exposed 5.2 million Colombians to lasting effects on development, education and earnings, according to ABACO, which is calling for a dedicated national policy. Hunger in Colombia is not only a symptom of poverty; it is also a…
