Researchers identify genetic cause of severe childhood lung disease
A new report in the American Journal of Human Genetics describes a novel disorder caused by biallelic loss-of-function variants in…
Active β-catenin promotes aggressive spread of childhood bone cancer
A new research paper was recently published in Volume 17 of Genes & Cancer, titled “Active Beta-Catenin (ABC) promotes…
Sweden plans to ban mobile phones in schools
MALMÖ, Sweden (AP) — Long championed as a leader in adopting digital technology, Sweden is set to ban…
Brazil launches genetic screening project for prospective parents
In the coming weeks, the Human Genome and Stem Cell Research Center (HUG-CELL) will begin recruiting participants for the “Our…
Bee-derived propolis shows potent antiviral activity against varicella-zoster virus
Announcing a new article publication for Zoonoses journal. Varicella-zoster virus (VZV) is a clinically important human neurotropic herpesvirus…
Study shows no safe limit for drinking around children
Typical Norwegian drinking patterns can increase the risk of parents’ behaviour negatively impacting their children.
Every time…
I’m already investing for my 10-year-old
When Jim Butcher was a youngster, he did not have any idea about savings. His parents had not…
Scientists introduce a precise framework to study screen-saturated childhoods
Children are growing up inside screens. A new peer-reviewed Thought Leaders Invited Review in Brain Health argues that…
New Colorado measles case suggests undetected spread in Delta County
A child in Delta County recently came down with measles despite not traveling, Colorado public health officials announced…
Genetic testing identifies cause of pancreatic agenesis in infants
The DNA changes responsible for a rare genetic condition causing babies to be born without a pancreas can now be identified in almost all affected children…
People with high autistic traits face worsening anxiety in older age
A major UK study has found that while most middle-aged and older adults experience low levels of anxiety, a…
Post-discharge oral antibiotics show no benefit for pediatric appendicitis
Acute appendicitis is one of the most common surgical emergencies among children, and complicated acute appendicitis (CAA), including…