Bright children from poorer backgrounds are twice as likely to be admitted to hospital with mental health problems than high-achievers with affluent upbringings. Summary Children from disadvantaged backgrounds who excel academically face a significantly higher Read More
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Common Pesticide Linked to “Remarkably Widespread” Brain Abnormalities in Children
Prenatal exposure to Chlorpyrifos in the womb disrupts brain development. Risks remain for children in farming communities. A recent study has identified a connection between prenatal exposure to the commonly used insecticide chlorpyrifos (CPF) and Read More
Higher vitamin D levels in early pregnancy may boost children’s cognitive development. A recent study from the Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Cohort suggests that higher levels of vitamin D during pregnancy Read More
Overweight teenagers with impaired glucose control showed poor bone quality, raising concerns for future osteoporosis risk. Summary A recent study reveals that overweight teenagers exhibiting impaired glucose control, a precursor to diabetes, also suffer from Read More
CAR T cell therapy for children with rheumatic disease: the time is now Summary CAR T-cell therapy, traditionally used for cancer, is showing promise in treating severe, refractory rheumatic diseases in children. These diseases often Read More