Educators and researchers highlight the importance of fostering a sense of belonging in the early weeks of school, arguing that prioritising relationships over assessment can improve children’s mental health and engagement in learning. At the start of a new school…
A new free support app developed in Bristol aims to make mental health support for eating disorders more accessible, with high user satisfaction and plans for expansion beyond the region. Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that can affect…
A recent guide clarifies that frequent gas and once-daily bowel movements in one-month-old babies are typical, highlighting developmental stages and when to seek medical advice. A one-month-old baby who passes gas often and only stools once a day is usually…
A new study raises concerns over the nutrient content and high sugar levels in commercially available spouted baby food pouches, prompting calls for regulatory review amid warnings they resemble sugary drinks more than suitable weaning foods. Researchers have raised fresh…
Leading medical organisations in the US have issued their own vaccination guidance for upcoming respiratory virus seasons, diverging from federal recommendations and highlighting shifts in clinical priorities amid mounting criticism of federal health authority credibility. Major medical organisations have issued…
Laura Bornfreund urges a shift in kindergarten pedagogy to prioritise play, relationships, and developmental needs, challenging the emphasis on testing and academic acceleration. Laura Bornfreund argues that kindergarten has drifted too far from what young children need most: time to…
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…
