Therapeutic horseback riding reduces hyperactivity in children with autism
New research from the University of Colorado Anschutz provides strong evidence to suggest that horseback riding can help…
NIH grant funds trial of wellness intervention for TBI caregivers
A University of Cincinnati College of Medicine physician-researcher has received a five-year, $2.5 million R01 grant from the Eunice Kennedy Shriver…
Scientists discover a novel strategy to unmask cancer cells in high-risk neuroblastoma
High-risk neuroblastoma is one of the most aggressive forms of solid tumors affecting children, originating in the nervous…
Scientists discover metabolite fueling aggressive brain tumor growth
Virtually all high-grade, aggressive gliomas in adults accumulate massive amounts of a metabolite called guanidinoacetate (GAA) that overstimulates…
A gestation-dependent association between chorioamnionitis and early transepidermal water loss in extremely preterm infants
Evans, N. J. & Rutter, N. Development of the epidermis in the newborn. Biol. Neonate 74–80 https://doi.org/10.1159/000242513 (2009).…
Social media messages could empower parents to prevent teen vaping
Parents are an important line of defense against teen vaping, yet many lack the knowledge and tools needed…
Melatonin use is associated with lower proportions of rapid eye movement sleep in children
1. In an observational study of pediatric patients, melatonin use may be associated with a decreased percentage of…
Large US trial supports silver diamine fluoride for severe early childhood caries
A large US trial reveals how a quick, noninvasive dental treatment could help manage aggressive tooth decay in…
Umbilical cord proteins may explain lifelong health effects of low birth weight
Researchers have long sought to discover why babies who weigh less than expected at birth, a condition known…
New safety strategies reduced serious surgical events in children
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago achieved more than a 13-fold improvement in surgical safety…
Novel Tool Predicts Risk for Difficult-To-Treat Depression
SAN FRANCISCO — A novel self-report questionnaire may help identify patients who are at risk for difficult-to-treat depression…
Maternal vaccination provides protection against RSV-associated hospitalization in early infancy
A study led by researchers at the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC published today in JAMA Network Open,…