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To what extent does prenatal folate status modify associations between early pregnancy perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substance exposure and birth outcomes?

Researchers evaluated the relationship between PFAS exposure during pregnancy and birth outcomes.

2 Jun 2023

Adolescents know and care about the changing legal landscape of abortion in the US

On July 1, North Carolina's new abortion limits go into effect. As restrictions on abortions are being tightened across the United States, adolescents may encounter mounting obstacles that could prevent them from accessing abortion care.

2 Jun 2023

Problematic drinking patterns in adolescence may increase later depression risk

Adolescents who show signs of alcohol dependence are more likely to develop depression by their mid-20s, according to a new study led by UCL (University College London) and University of Bristol researchers.

1 Jun 2023

"Deep sequencing" of the genome informs diagnoses and treatment of vascular anomalies

Researchers from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) recently discovered that extremely thorough "deep sequencing" of the genome in tissue samples and cell-free DNA of patients with potentially life-threatening vascular anomalies captured several genetic variants related to disease that were not captured with conventional genetic sequencing methods.

1 Jun 2023

Special issue aims to deepen the conversation around cerebral palsy

Although cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common childhood-onset disability, there are very few evidence-based clinical practice guidelines or recommendations on how to treat and manage this condition.

31 May 2023

Researchers create an open-source, reproducible analysis platform for pediatric brain tumors

Researchers from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation Childhood Cancer Data Lab, the Children's Brain Tumor Network, the Pacific Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Consortium, and more than 20 additional institutions have partnered to create a first-of-its-kind open-source, reproducible analysis platform for pediatric brain tumors.

31 May 2023

Red alert on energy drinks: Severe health risks for kids and teens

Research investigates the adverse health effects associated with energy drink consumption in children and adolescents. The study highlights the impact on different organ systems, the role of trigger factors, and the presence of preexisting health conditions.

30 May 2023

Variability in sleep patterns linked to higher risk for school-related problems among teens

A new study to be presented at SLEEP 2023 found that teens with greater variability in their sleep patterns have a higher risk for school-related problems.

30 May 2023

Study proposes a new index to understand the link between gender and mental health in adolescence

Half of mental health disorders first manifest themselves before the age of 14. Seventy per cent appear before the age of 18, according to data from the European Society for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.

30 May 2023

Energy drinks may stunt muscle repair, new study suggests

Energy drinks impede muscle regeneration and reduce physical performance. This study provided evidence of an inhibitory effect on myogenic differentiation and highlighted potential concerns for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

29 May 2023

Study shows how IgA acts as a "tuner" to keep the immune system in check

IgA deficiency is the most common primary immune deficiency worldwide, but its presentation has puzzled physcians and researchers.

26 May 2023

Developing digitized garments with a wide range of applications in sports and health

The UOC is leading a project to make health monitoring using radio frequency identification technology available to all. Smart clothing uses sweat to monitor health.

26 May 2023

The most important meal of the day: daily breakfast consumption patterns in European adolescents

A recent study published in Nutrients examined daily breakfast consumption (DBC) patterns in adolescents from 23 European countries.

26 May 2023

Study elucidates 12 defining symptoms of long COVID

Long COVID, or Post-Acute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), includes a wide range of symptoms that present or persist more than 30 days after COVID-19 infection.

25 May 2023

Boston Children's Hospital establishes first Division of Addiction Medicine to address substance use in children and adolescents

Boston Children's Hospital has launched the first Division of Addiction Medicine at a pediatric institution, reinforcing the importance of addressing substance use in children and adolescents providing multidisciplinary care for youth working towards recovery.

25 May 2023

Adolescents News and Research

To what extent does prenatal folate status modify associations between early pregnancy perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substance exposure and birth outcomes?

Adolescents know and care about the changing legal landscape of abortion in the US

Problematic drinking patterns in adolescence may increase later depression risk

"Deep sequencing" of the genome informs diagnoses and treatment of vascular anomalies

Special issue aims to deepen the conversation around cerebral palsy

Researchers create an open-source, reproducible analysis platform for pediatric brain tumors

Red alert on energy drinks: Severe health risks for kids and teens

Variability in sleep patterns linked to higher risk for school-related problems among teens

Study proposes a new index to understand the link between gender and mental health in adolescence

Energy drinks may stunt muscle repair, new study suggests

Study shows how IgA acts as a "tuner" to keep the immune system in check

Developing digitized garments with a wide range of applications in sports and health

The most important meal of the day: daily breakfast consumption patterns in European adolescents

Study elucidates 12 defining symptoms of long COVID

Boston Children's Hospital establishes first Division of Addiction Medicine to address substance use in children and adolescents

The COVID-19 pandemic: what was its impact on child mental health prevalence in the US?

Does long-term exposure to air pollution impact cardiometabolic health markers?

Are US adolescents aware of the health risks associated with consuming sugar-sweetened beverages?

United States Surgeon General’s Advisory highlights social media’s effects on youth mental health

Study analyzes bedtime screen use behavior and sleep outcome

Pioneering Live Cell Imaging - Yokogawa's Impact and Innovations

Revolutionizing Life Science: An Interview with SCIEX on ASMS, the SCIEX 7500+ System, and AI-Driven Quantitation

From Discovery Biology to ELRIG Chair

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