Puberty in boys typically begins between ages 9 and 14, but recent insights highlight the importance of recognising delayed development and addressing emotional as well as physical changes during adolescence. Puberty in boys is a normal part of growing up,…
A new survey reveals that nearly nine in ten Irish parents report their teenagers feeling stressed weekly during the school return, with homework, social media, and future worries intensifying pressures and affecting sleep and school attendance. As the school year…
Leading medical associations in the US have released joint recommendations for influenza, Covid-19, and RSV vaccinations, providing clarity as the federal immunisation policy landscape faces disruption. Professional medical groups have issued joint autumn and winter vaccine guidance for influenza, Covid-19…
A recent study shows Denmark’s maternal RSV vaccination programme significantly reduced severe infant illnesses during the 2025/26 season, highlighting the programme’s potential to alleviate hospital pressures across Europe. Denmark’s new maternal RSV vaccination programme appears to have delivered a sharp…
Snoring and breathing pauses in children may signal obstructive sleep apnoea, a condition increasingly associated with rising childhood obesity and environmental factors, demanding greater clinical vigilance. Loud, habitual snoring in a child is not just a noisy nuisance. When it…
Transforming household walls into versatile play surfaces can improve physical skills, foster independence, and stimulate creativity in children of all ages, all while saving space. Parents often devote serious attention to toy storage, only to overlook one of the most…
Health experts advise parents to introduce small, positive changes to children’s diets and make healthy foods appealing and engaging to foster better eating habits at the start of the school year. As the school year gets under way, paediatricians say…
New research highlights the critical importance of quick bystander CPR and access to automated external defibrillators in improving survival chances for young athletes experiencing sudden cardiac arrest, urging a broader extension of preparedness beyond sports venues. New research suggests young…
The Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has recommended the complete removal of sugar from Amrutham Nutrimix, prompting a review of its formulation and nutritional guidelines to safeguard children’s health. The Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child…
A landmark study involving international collaboration has pinpointed 36 genes associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder and chronic tic disorders, revealing shared biological pathways and potential new targets for treatment. Researchers at Rutgers and partner institutions have identified 36 genes that appear…
