Research from the University of Gothenburg suggests that a healthy start in life, including diet and lifestyle choices, may lower the risk of developing inflammatory bowel disease, particularly Crohn’s disease, by early adulthood. A healthy start in the first years…
Research published in Scientific Reports highlights that different types of dietary fibre, like pectin and xyloglucan, could play a distinct role in shaping the gut microbiome in young children, potentially impacting gut health and immunity. A study accepted for publication…
Customised homeschooling approaches are empowering children with ADHD by accommodating their unique attention, energy, and organisational needs, fostering greater independence and effective learning. Homeschooling can offer children with ADHD something many traditional classrooms struggle to provide: room to learn in…
Innovative approaches to girls’ basketball coaching prioritise fundamentals, age-appropriate drills, and emotional wellbeing, fostering long-term skill growth and confidence beyond the court. Girls’ basketball training works best when it is built around more than shooting drills and end results. Coaches…
Whānau Āwhina Plunket welcomes Pharmac’s decision to fund influenza vaccines for children aged six months to under five years, aiming to reduce serious illnesses and ease healthcare pressure amid ongoing flu circulation. Whānau Āwhina Plunket has welcomed Pharmac’s decision to…
New analysis indicates a continued rise in respiratory syncytial virus hospitalisations among infants in Poland, prompting experts to urge for pre-emptive vaccination programmes and targeted parental information to curb the growing burden on healthcare systems. Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV,…
A homeschool family’s flexible adaptation of the Charlotte Mason approach reflects a broader shift towards student-led learning, even as legislative changes prompt curriculum reworking and new independence milestones in Year 7 education. As her daughter moves into Year 7, one…
As the new school year begins, experts recommend straightforward, budget-friendly dietary choices for children that prioritise practicality over perfection, involving them in meal planning and ensuring nutritious fuel for busy mornings and afternoons. As the school year gets under way,…
Online group therapy is emerging as a practical, cost-effective way to help people with obsessive-compulsive disorder, offering peer support and increased accessibility through structured, therapist-led sessions on platforms like Zoom. Virtual group therapy is becoming a practical option for people…
A widening gap between behavioural support and disciplinary measures in Australian secondary schools highlights urgent concerns over the system’s capacity to include vulnerable teenagers, with suspensions rising and specialist provisions shrinking amid rising mental health issues. Australian schools are facing…
