A rise in measles cases across Pennsylvania has reignited concerns over declining immunisation rates, leading to a national outbreak and political sparring over vaccine policies. Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak has become a stark reminder of how quickly a vaccine-preventable disease can…
A collection of nutritious, portable, and adaptable breakfast recipes designed to make busy school mornings easier, from protein-rich pancakes to savoury egg cups and sweet snack bars. Back-to-school mornings often leave little room for improvisation, and that is where a…
Tianyue Sun is developing innovative research aimed at accelerating language acquisition in young children with autism, blending rigorous scientific methods with practical application to meet rising demand for effective early intervention strategies. Tianyue Sun is building a research programme aimed…
A new European project aims to equip fitness professionals with the tools to identify and refer young people showing early signs of eating disorders, potentially transforming prevention strategies in sports and gym environments. A new European initiative is reframing gyms…
New studies affirm that nursery and preschool attendance foster vital language and learning skills, offering lasting advantages despite parental concerns about separation anxiety. Parents who feel uneasy when a child starts nursery are not alone, but researchers say the guilt…
General Mills has announced the removal of artificial colours from all its US cereals, transitioning to natural plant-based dyes and spices amid growing health concerns and retail pressure, marking a significant shift in mainstream food reformulation. General Mills said on…
Expert guidance reveals that recognising ADHD-related behaviours as communication rather than defiance, alongside consistent routines and tailored strategies, can transform family dynamics and improve outcomes for children with ADHD. Parenting a child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder can turn the…
Suicide among Black children and teenagers in the US has increased sharply, prompting targeted initiatives focusing on culturally sensitive care, social media impacts, and community-led interventions amid rising national rates. Black youth suicide has become a deeply troubling outlier in…
Recent research highlights the impact of daily life unpredictability on infants’ attention, brain activity, and stress regulation, emphasising the importance of stability for healthy development. A baby’s earliest lessons may depend less on how much a family has than on…
Nigeria’s health authorities have launched a coordinated emergency response to contain a diphtheria outbreak in Kano and Katsina, deploying vaccines, expanding treatment, and increasing surveillance amid rising child fatalities. Nigeria’s health authorities have activated an emergency task force after diphtheria…
