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Santen receives positive CHMP opinion in Europe for Ryjunea for slowing the progression of paediatric myopia

Written by | 9 Apr 2025

Santen Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.  announced that the EMA’s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) has granted a positive opinion for Ryjunea (:STN 1012701). Ryjunea is a… read more.

Almost half of children with complicated appendicitis can recover from surgery at home

Written by | 6 Apr 2025

Almost half of children who require surgery for complicated appendicitis can safely complete their recovery at home, according to a new study. The research, led by Murdoch Children’s Research… read more.

Anxiety disorders in children can be screened through school health care

Written by | 27 Mar 2025

A new study from the Research Centre for Child Psychiatry at the University of Turku in Finland screened school-age children for anxiety and examined the efficacy of the… read more.

Stressful childhood experiences accelerate brain ageing

Written by | 10 Mar 2025

Severe stress and trauma in childhood have been shown to negatively impact an individual’s health as an adult. Those affected face an increased risk of illness and often… read more.

Taking vitamin E during pregnancy may decrease peanut allergy in children

Written by | 23 Feb 2025

New research found that supplementing maternal diet with α-tocopherol, a form of vitamin E, can reduce the development of food allergy and anaphylaxis in newborn mice. The prevalence… read more.

Child ADHD risk linked to mother’s use of acetaminophen

Written by | 22 Feb 2025

Fetal acetaminophen exposure increases the likelihood that a child will develop attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to a study published Feb. 6 in Nature Mental Health. Prior research shows that upward of… read more.

Lurie Children’s campaign urges parents to follow up right away if newborn screening results are abnormal

Written by | 15 Feb 2025

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago launched a newborn screening awareness campaign, with signage on public transit and billboards across Chicago urging parents to contact… read more.

Adderall shortage may be associated with increased use of alternative ADHD medication in children

Written by | 10 Feb 2025

A national shortage in a common treatment for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder was associated with changes in stimulant prescriptions filled for children over recent years, a new study suggests…. read more.

Over 1/3 of parents say their child has experienced dental problems that reflect oral hygiene habits

Written by | 28 Jan 2025

More than one in three parents say their child has faced issues like tooth decay, cavities, stained teeth, gum concerns or tooth pain over the past two years,… read more.

The staying power of bifocal contact lens benefits in young kids

Written by | 19 Jan 2025

Young nearsighted kids who wear bifocal contact lenses that slow uncoordinated eye growth do not lose the benefits of the treatment once they stop wearing the lenses, new… read more.

Many children and young people with diagnosable mental health disorders are not receiving timely help, says new research

Written by | 11 Jan 2025

Children and young people with high levels of mental health needs are struggling to receive the help they need, or to have their difficulties recognised, according to a… read more.

The nose knows: Nasal swab detects asthma type in kids

Written by | 6 Jan 2025

Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have developed a nasal swab test for kids that diagnoses specific asthma subtype, or endotype. This non-invasive approach could help clinicians prescribe medications more… read more.

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