Germany’s federal government proposes a nationwide screening programme for four-year-olds, aiming to address developmental disparities early and allocate €9.25 billion to improve early childhood support before school age. Germany’s federal government is moving ahead with a new childcare bill that…
As youth football participation rebounds, recent coaching reforms and safety measures reflect a sport adapting to the lingering risks of brain injuries and evolving parental confidence. Youth football is growing again, but coaches are changing with it John Hart’s practices…
The CDC has changed its approach to hepatitis B vaccination at birth for babies born to hepatitis B-negative mothers, adopting shared decision-making in response to declining vaccination rates and ongoing safety evidence, with potential implications for infection prevention. For more…
A new Australian study suggests that women who take folic acid before pregnancy may see better social outcomes, particularly in peer relationships, in their children, highlighting the importance of preconception health habits. A new study suggests that taking folic acid…
A recent analysis reveals an 18% increase in ADHD diagnoses among young people in Rhineland-Palatinate in 2024, with a notable rise among girls and calls for better support systems in schools. More children and teenagers in Rhineland-Palatinate are being newly…
A groundbreaking study from the University of California, Irvine uncovers how fructose processing in the small intestine may influence fat absorption and contribute to obesity, revealing new potential targets for health interventions. Scientists have long known that too much added…
Oregon health officials have issued new alerts for potential measles exposure at three Portland-area medical centres as cases surge nationally, prompting urgent vaccination and symptom monitoring advice. Oregon health officials have warned that people who recently visited three Legacy Health…
HealthHub’s Screen Use Buddy encourages parents to initiate a gradual, practical approach to managing children’s screen time, emphasizing family involvement and customised routines over one-off restrictions. Screen Use Buddy is best seen as the starting point for a family reset,…
A comprehensive review of 17 international studies reveals that most children have largely recovered from the pandemic’s effects, with persistent difficulties mainly among already disadvantaged groups, challenging earlier narratives of widespread damage. A new synthesis of long-term research suggests COVID-19…
New research indicates that girls experiencing painful periods in adolescence often show warning signs years earlier, with disparities linked to ethnicity and social factors. Early identification could lead to better support and reduce the impact of menstrual pain on young…
