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Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences

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14 hours ago

Publications using Demographic Health Survey data by world region, 1985–2025. Left shows counts, while Right shows proportions.

Opinion: After #USAID cuts, what’s next for the #DemographicAndHealthSurvey program? Experts argue for more equitable #DataInfrastructure and stronger #ResearchIntegrity.

PNAS Front Matter: https://ow.ly/TvYy50YtuU2

#PublicHealth #vaccines #ChildHealth #HIV #malaria #nutrition

Fair Future Foundation

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1 day ago

🤮 Unsafe Water Childhood Diarrhea Indonesia | Rural Health Crisis in East Sumba Understand unsafe water childhood diarrhea Indonesia. Contaminated water, poor sanitation, and waste pollution expose rural children to infection, dehydration, and malnutrition.

Unsafe water still exposes many children in rural Indonesia to diarrheal diseases and malnutrition. Communities rely on contaminated sources while prevention and sanitation remain limited.
#cleanwater #childhealth
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The Times of Central Asia

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1 day ago

Childhood Obesity Rising in Tajikistan and Across Central Asia, Report Warns - The Times Of Central Asia The number of overweight and obese children in Tajikistan is increasing, raising concerns among international researchers who warn that the trend could lead

Rising childhood obesity in Tajikistan is raising alarm among health experts as diet changes and lifestyle shifts begin affecting younger generations https://ow.ly/I8P150Ytu9c #Tajikistan #CentralAsia #ChildHealth #ChildhoodObesity

Long Covid Kids

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1 day ago

🎥 “We’ve been really left on our own.”

In new footage, journalist Lise McNally speaks to families about the reality of living with Long Covid and the urgent need for greater support.

🔗 Watch the full footage www.itv.com/news/granada...

#LongCovid #LongCovidKids #LongCovidAwareness #ChildHealth

PandemicSenators

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1 day ago

The world in which 1 in 5 children died before the age of 5 wasn't that long ago, and RFK,Jr. is dragging us back there. We are not helpless. We can hold the responsible parties accountable. #RFK #RFKjr #pandemicpreparedness #vaccines #pandemicsenators #pediatrichealth #childhealth #parenting

Inovine Conferences

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1 day ago

Call for Speakers: Global Child Health & Epidemiology
9th World Congress on Pediatrics & Neonatology
📅Date: August 03-04, 2026
📍Venue: Zurich, Switzerland
👉For event information, program details registration: pediatrics.inovineconferences.com

#globalhealth #childhealth #epidemiology

Women in Neuroscience UK

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2 days ago

Built for Adults, Adapted for Children: The Hidden Bias in Healthcare Design Childhood is not a smaller version of adulthood, particularly in the brain. Treating children as “small adults” ignores the fundamental neurobiological and physiological differences that define child ...

🔗 Read the blog: www.womeninneuroscienceuk.org/post/built-f...

#WomenInNeuroscience #ChildHealth #Neuroscience

JMIR Publications

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2 days ago

Identifying Undiagnosed High-Risk Suicidality Cases by Matching Patients With a Similar Comorbidity Burden: Retrospective Observational Study Background: Suicide is the second leading cause of death for children and adolescents aged 6 to 18 years. Pediatric suicidality is underreported, which poses significant challenges for effective intervention and prevention strategies. Identifying populations at risk of suicidality can provide critical benefits in terms of study cohort selection, prevalence estimation, and clinical resource allocation. Objective: This study sought to (1) measure the prevalence of mental health comorbidities in pediatric suicidality and (2) identify undiagnosed high-risk suicidality cases by matching them with patients with a similar mental health comorbidity burden. Methods: Electronic health record data from a large academic pediatric hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, were analyzed for patients aged 6 to 18 years presenting to the emergency department between June 1, 2016, and June 1, 2022. Suicidality cases were defined using () codes for 3 suicidality subtypes: suicidal ideation, self-harm, and suicide attempt. Comorbidities of suicidality were calculated as the conditional probability of code pairs. After multiple hypothesis corrections, statistically significant comorbidities and patient encounter demographics were input as covariates into a propensity score matching (PSM) model. The accuracy of the PSM model was validated against chart review by 2 independent subject matter experts. Results: In total, 2.9% (2638/90,980) of emergency department encounters met an –based case definition of suicidality during the study period. The prevalence of suicidality by subtype was 2.5% (2275/90,980) for ideation, 1.1% (1030/90,980) for self-harm, and 0.2% (177/90,980) for suicide attempt. Suicidality prevalence was more common for the female sex (1825/43,929, 4.2%) than for the male sex (813/47,045, 1.7%). Comorbidities of suicidality were statistically significant for 55 frequently co-occurring codes. Nearly half of these comorbidities (26/55, 47.3%) were not present in the , and nearly a quarter (12/55, 21.8%) consisted of codes for accidental rather than intentional self-harm. Increased probability of suicidality was observed for patients with personality disorder (84/190, 44.2%), gender dysphoria (143/333, 42.9%), bipolar disorder (162/448, 36.2%), depression (1791/5426, 33%), and schizophrenia spectrum disorders (133/411, 32.4%). On the basis of gold-standard chart review, 53.4% of propensity-matched noncases were unrecognized cases of suicidality. Conclusions: PSM using comorbidity profiles is an effective approach for identifying suicidality cases that lack codes for suicidality.

JMIR Formative Res: Identifying Undiagnosed High-Risk Suicidality Cases by Matching Patients With a Similar Comorbidity Burden: Retrospective Observational Study #MentalHealth #Suicidality #Pediatrics #ChildHealth #SuicidePrevention

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2 days ago

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2 days ago

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The Mental Elf

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2 days ago

🍽️ About 1 in 4 children in the ALSPAC cohort experienced food insecurity in early childhood.

Even when it resolved by age 5, elevated risk of binge eating and compensatory behaviours remained in adolescence.

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#FoodInsecurity #EatingDisorders #ChildHealth

Christina Propst MD

@christinapropstmd.bsky.social

3 days ago

Caring for children means more than treating illness—it’s about supporting healthy growth and development from infancy through adolescence. Pediatric care focuses on nutrition, vaccinations, and early detection to help kids thrive. 🧸👶 #Pediatrics #ChildHealth #HealthyKids

Inovine Conferences

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3 days ago

Call for Speakers: Global Child Health & Epidemiology
9th World Congress on Pediatrics & Neonatology
📅Date: August 03-04, 2026
📍Venue: Zurich, Switzerland
👉Interested in presenting? Submit your abstract here: pediatrics.inovineconferences.com/submit-abstr...

#GlobalHealth #ChildHealth #Epidemiology

Sammie McFarland

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3 days ago

Invisible to Policy, Visible in Children’s Lives | Long Covid Kids | March 2026 Over 1,000 messages sent to UK politicians. Our campaign “Invisible to Policy, Visible in Children’s Lives” is gathering momentum. The issue is beginning to gain attention in Parliament. Recently, Oxf...

When the worst happens, we all hope the help we need will be there.
Let’s help make sure it is.

Send a letter using the template today.

#LongCovidKids #LongCovidAwareness #Parenting #ChildHealth #GetInvolved

www.longcovidkids.org/post/invisib...

Nursing Times

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4 days ago

Day in June to be dedicated to celebrating children’s nurses The Association of British Paediatric Nurses has launched a National Children’s Nurses Day to celebrate the work of this field of nursing.

Day in June to be dedicated to celebrating children’s nurses

The Association of British Paediatric Nurses (ABPN) has announced the launch of a National Children’s Nurses Day to celebrate the work of the nursing field. #nursing #children #childhealth #nurses

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Patricia Kefalas Dudek (Patti)

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4 days ago

Stem cells from baby teeth: a promising treatment for cerebral palsy Stem cells from human exfoliated deciduous teeth have improved motor and cognitive impairments in a rat model of cerebral palsy.

Stem cells from baby teeth show promise as a potential treatment for cerebral palsy, offering new hope for improving motor function and quality of life.

🔗 https://ow.ly/nVoQ50YrgPn

#CerebralPalsy #StemCells #RegenerativeMedicine #MedicalInnovation #ChildHealth

Cincinnati Children’s Research

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4 days ago

This support helps scientists test bold ideas, build new collaborations, and move discoveries closer to cures for children with complex diseases.

@rascalflatts.bsky.social @cincychildrens.bsky.social #ChildHealth #PediatricResearch #Philanthropy #kaleidoscope #WeAreCincyKids

Premier Science

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5 days ago

The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Enhancing Maternal and Child Health Through Digital Health Initiatives in Resource-Limited Settings: A Narrative Review - Premier Science Muhammad Umar1, Laiba Shamim2 , Abdur Rehman3, Habiba Zafar2, Muhammad Talha4, Okasha Tahir5, Mahtab Zafar6, Umama Alam5, Fatima Shams7, Zainab Syyeda Rahmat8

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#AI #artificialintelligence #maternalhealth #childhealth #digitalhealth #resourcelimitedsettings

Foysol Choudhury MBE MSP

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5 days ago

Thank you to the team for the warm welcome and for the vital work you do.

#GlobalHealth #ChildHealth #Scotland

Vote In Or Out

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6 days ago

voteinorout on Instagram: "#DrCarlosMartinez highlights the tragic reality that cancer is the leading cause of death in children aged 0-5, emphasizing the need for accessible resources and international collaboration. #ChildHealth #CancerAwareness⁠ ⁠ Dr. Carlos Martinez stresses the importance of global awareness and resource sharing, particularly from developed nations like the #UnitedStates. He notes, "En las edades de cero a cinco años es la primera causa de muerte de cáncer," urging professionals in developed countries to contribute to solutions.⁠ —⁠ ⁠ At a press conference in Havana, Dr. Carlos Martinez reports that cancer is the leading cause of death for Cuban children five and under. Due to the U.S. blockade, Cuba is denied access to life-saving medicine and resources produced by the U.S., despite its proximity to the island.⁠ ⁠ The press conference was coordinated by @hatueyproject, which is fundraising to send vital cancer medications to pediatric hospitals in Cuba. Follow @btnewsroom for more.⁠ ⁠ Help this information get to more voters. 🇺🇸 A well-informed electorate is a prerequisite to Democracy.—Thomas Jefferson" 12 likes, 2 comments - voteinorout on March 8, 2026: "#DrCarlosMartinez highlights the tragic reality that cancer is the leading cause of death in children aged 0-5, emphasizing the need for accessible resources and international collaboration. #ChildHealth #CancerAwareness⁠ ⁠ Dr. Carlos Martinez stresses the importance of global awareness and resource sharing, particularly from developed nations like the #UnitedStates. He notes, "En las edades de cero a cinco años es la primera causa de muerte de cáncer," urging professionals in developed countries to contribute to solutions.⁠ —⁠ ⁠ At a press conference in Havana, Dr. Carlos Martinez reports that cancer is the leading cause of death for Cuban children five and under. Due to the U.S. blockade, Cuba is denied access to life-saving medicine and resources produced by the U.S., despite its proximity to the island.⁠ ⁠ The press conference was coordinated by @hatueyproject, which is fundraising to send vital cancer medications to pediatric hospitals in Cuba. Follow @btnewsroom for more.⁠ ⁠ Help this information get to more voters. 🇺🇸 A well-informed electorate is a prerequisite to Democracy.—Thomas Jefferson".

#DrCarlosMartinez highlights the tragic reality that cancer is the leading cause of death in children aged 0-5, emphasizing the need for accessible resources and international collaboration. #ChildHealth #CancerAwareness⁠
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ECO-Health UC

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6 days ago

Wildfire smoke is getting worse in the Western U.S. — and children are paying the price. 🌫️

New research shows wildfire-specific PM2.5 is increasing asthma-related hospital visits among kids in NorCal.
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#WildfireSmoke #ChildHealth #AirQuality #PublicHealth

Long Covid Kids

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1 week ago

Invisible to Policy, Visible in Children’s Lives | Long Covid Kids | March 2026 Over 1,000 messages sent to UK politicians. Our campaign “Invisible to Policy, Visible in Children’s Lives” is gathering momentum. The issue is beginning to gain attention in Parliament. Recently, Oxf...

🩵 This is what collective action looks like.
Over 1,000 messages sent to elected representatives across the UK.

This is the power of coming together.

🔗 www.longcovidkids.org/post/invisib...

#LongCovidKids #LongCovidAwareness #InvisibleToPolicy #ChildHealth #Advocacy

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine

@nationalacademies.org

1 week ago

Despite recent advances in #PediatricHealth, #ChildHealth outcomes in the U.S. continue to worsen.

Read our experts' findings and recommendations to strengthen the federal investment in child health: https://ow.ly/mKBR50YqtMu

Marushka-T

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1 week ago

"Babies with #COVID develop more serious disease than those with #RSV"

ALT: a very young infant lies inside a hospital incubator. The baby is on a ventilator and has several lines attached for IV fluids and monitoring.

#pediatrics #healthcare #childhealth

McMaster Autism Research Team

@macautism.ca

1 week ago

The publication title reads "A scoping review of telehealth in school-based related health services: characteristics of telehealth use". The study authors include Erin Knobl, Kari Renahan, Annie Jiang, Hamda Altaf, Chitrini Tandon, Briano Di Rezze, Michelle Phoenix and Wenonah Campbell.

📢 New publication alert involving MacART members Dr. Briano Di Rezze and Dr. Michelle Phoenix!

📖 Read “A scoping review of telehealth in school-based related health services: Characteristics of telehealth use”: bera-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1...

#Autism #ChildHealth #Research

PeppyPanda 🐼 - Uplifting and good news

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1 week ago

Groundbreaking new drug shows promise for treating children with a devastating form of epilepsy

Fantastic news for families: A groundbreaking new drug is showing incredible promise in treating children with a devastating form of epilepsy! This could be a life-changing breakthrough. #EpilepsyResearch #ChildHealth #HopeForKids 💜

Patricia Kefalas Dudek (Patti)

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1 week ago

CMS issues toolkit on behavioral health services for children in Medicaid, CHIP | AHA News The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has released a toolkit that outlines strategies for states to strengthen access to behavioral health services for children enrolled in Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program.

CMS released a toolkit to help states improve behavioral health services for children in Medicaid & CHIP, covering screening, care coordination, crisis care, telehealth, workforce, and payment. Read more 👇 https://ow.ly/7NN350YpFUz
#Medicaid #CHIP #ChildHealth#HealthPolicy

News Medical

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1 week ago

Study finds toddlers who eat more ultra-processed foods show slightly higher behavioral symptoms A prospective analysis of 2,077 children in the Canadian CHILD Cohort Study found that higher intake of ultra-processed foods at age three was associated with slightly higher behavioral and emotional ...

New study: Toddlers eating more ultra-processed foods show slightly higher behavioral symptoms by age five. Even small shifts to whole foods made a difference. 🍎🧒 www.news-medical.net/news/2026030... #UPF #ChildHealth #Nutrition @jamanetworkopen.com

JMIR Publications

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1 week ago

Process Evaluation of Interdisciplinary Experiences During the Development of a Serious Game About Radiotherapy for Children: Qualitative Interview Study Background: It is considered advantageous to adopt an interdisciplinary approach when creating serious games in the sphere of health practice. However, different fields have reported that interdisciplinary work is challenging. Yet, the literature is scarce regarding how participants within health research have experienced collaborative research. In 2019 and 2020, total 3 teams collaborated to produce a serious game for children undergoing radiotherapy. Objective: The aim of this study was to describe the experiences of collaborating within and between teams, during their participation in the development of a serious game about radiotherapy for children. Methods: A qualitative design was used for gathering data through in depth interviews and a reflective thematic analysis was made. The collaboration included 15 people, 14 of them were asked to participate and 13 accepted. The teams included a game design team, a research team, and an expert team. The latter consisted of a play therapist, a pediatric nurse, and radiation oncology nurses. Results: In total, 1 main theme and 4 subthemes were formulated. The main theme was a learning experience during the participatory process. The subthemes were: (1) new insights were established due to the collaboration, (2) discovering the mechanisms behind the design elements provided understanding of the game’s complexity, (3) collaboration within teams and between teams needs time and takes time, and (4) confidence that the project was going to make a difference created engagement. Conclusions: In conclusion, knowledge expansion arose on several levels during the time the participants were part of the project. Having time and building trust in team constellations are significant factors in achieving a productive, favorable and beneficial experience for participants. Furthermore, confidence in the usefulness of the end product could be a contributory factor for participants continuing to work and the understanding of the complexity of the evolving process. Based on the findings of the team members’ individual experiences, we recommend other medical research teams to consider the following implications for practice before starting interdisciplinary design research: (1) establish who can bridge the fields and act to establish mutual understanding; (2) make time for frequent meetings to update on progress; and (3) be responsive, because when everybody feels connected to what needs to be done and feel safe it gets easier to work together.

JMIR Formative Res: Process Evaluation of Interdisciplinary Experiences During the Development of a Serious Game About Radiotherapy for Children: Qualitative Interview Study #SeriousGames #Radiotherapy #ChildHealth #Interdisciplinary #HealthResearch