A new American Academy of Pediatrics report urges closer links between dental and medical care, warning that routine mouth examinations can reveal hidden health problems and unmet care needs. The mouth can reveal far more than whether a teenager has…
Nutritionist Rashi Chowdhary suggests simple ways to add protein to poha, idli, dosa, upma and paratha without abandoning familiar flavours or making breakfast more complicated. Indian breakfasts such as poha, upma, idli, dosa and aloo paratha remain staples in many…
The court says treatment must be confined to approved clinical trials and research protocols, as concerns grow over unproven therapies being marketed to families. India’s Supreme Court has ordered the central government to build a dedicated online portal for people…
More than 214,000 suspected cases have been recorded since mid-March, exposing gaps in immunisation and access to care as an emergency vaccination campaign expands. Bangladesh’s health authorities say the country’s measles outbreak has now left 1,201 children dead since mid-March,…
Jenny Radesky says human-like AI could encourage children to trust and depend on systems that are not designed for their developmental needs. Jenny Radesky has spent about 15 years studying how digital media affects children, and her latest warning is…
Experts say parents can nurture confidence and resilience by coaching children through everyday challenges rather than rushing to solve them. Parents are often tempted to step in the moment a child starts to struggle, especially when the answer seems obvious…
The best enrichment classes follow a young child’s interests and temperament, while leaving plenty of space for free play, rest and family time. Parents looking at preschool enrichment classes often face a familiar dilemma: how do you choose something that…
Greek yoghurt, lean mince and reduced-fat cheese are giving classic casseroles a lighter makeover without sacrificing their hearty, one-dish appeal. As autumn settles in, casseroles regain their appeal: they are economical, forgiving and easy to serve straight from the oven.…
Disabled pupils now make up 19% of enrolment in America’s public schools, yet legal findings, inaccessible buildings and disproportionate discipline show that recognition is still not translating into inclusion. More disabled students are being identified in America’s public schools, and…
Abrupt loss of mobility, poor growth and gastrointestinal symptoms can signal TK2-related mitochondrial disease, making earlier genetic testing and sensitive counselling essential. For families, the first signs of TK2-related mitochondrial disease can be devastatingly abrupt. According to the NeurologyLive interview,…
