A long-term Finnish study challenges traditional views by linking early childhood screen use with improved teenage cognition, emphasising the importance of active digital activities and balanced lifestyles. Finnish researchers have added a nuanced twist to the long-running debate over children…
As exams approach, experts emphasise that a variety of wholesome foods, including vegetables, fish, wholegrains and nuts, can support concentration and memory, dispelling myths about single ‘brain foods’. As exams approach, many students and parents look for simple ways to…
Egypt is ramping up a nationwide vaccination drive targeting children aged nine months to 10 years in an effort to preserve its measles and rubella elimination status, using digital records and community outreach to reach over 20 million children. Egypt…
Ahead of the new school year, experts highlight practical, everyday strategies for parents to foster children’s focus and self-regulation through routine, play, and modelling calm behaviour. As the new school year begins, many parents wonder how best to help children…
Research highlights a strong link between gastrointestinal problems and autism symptoms, emphasising the importance of holistic care to enhance well-being and daily functioning in affected children. Children with autism spectrum disorder are more likely than other children to experience digestive…
A comprehensive review highlights the high efficacy of hepatitis A vaccination in preventing infection and controlling outbreaks, with substantial community-wide declines in disease incidence following immunisation programmes. A new review has found that hepatitis A vaccination offers powerful protection both…
Sharon Palmer’s collection of portable, nutritious, plant-based snacks offers quick, customisable options for children and adults alike, reflecting a wider trend in convenient home-cooked food. Parents looking for portable snacks may find plenty to work with in Sharon Palmer’s collection…
Barnsley Youth Choir’s international success highlights the vital role of comprehensive arts programmes in schools, demonstrating how sustained music education cultivates talent, confidence, and community engagement among children. Christa Ackroyd’s defence of music in schools lands with added force because…
Innovative kitchen-based activities are transforming how young children develop fundamental maths skills, turning everyday routines into engaging, hands-on learning experiences that go beyond traditional classroom methods. Kitchen work can do more than get dinner on the table. For young children,…
Pediatric experts recommend gradual adjustments to children’s sleep routines before the new school year, emphasising the importance of sleep for learning, mood, and focus. Practical tips include shifting bedtimes gradually, building calming evening routines, and practising morning schedules to ensure…
